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West Texas voters rejected three conservative Christian candidates who sought to infuse religious values into local politics. But the campaign support the candidates received from local churches has prompted calls for state and federal probes.

A candidate for the Abilene, Texas, City Council said that three churches made an honest mistake by donating to his campaign and that he is returning the money. The race has been beset by allegations of electioneering by churches.

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Ahead of the Abilene city election, political science professor at McMurry University is sharing his thoughts about how this election is unique as he noticed a new theme that could completely shift issues city council pays attention to. 

A candidate for the Abilene, Texas, City Council said that three churches made an honest mistake by donating to his campaign and that he is returning the money. The race has been beset by allegations of electioneering by churches.

Will voters pick individually in each of three City Council races, or go with slates of 3 to support business or social religious agendas

A candidate for the Abilene City Council said that three churches made an honest mistake by donating to his campaign and that he is returning the money. The race has been beset by allegations of electioneering by churches.

Place 4 City Council candidate said the congregations made an honest mistake

Guidance sought at event held on eve of National Day of Prayer

Eight-day Abilene election campaign reports show money still being raises, expenses accumulated in three races

Early voting in May 6 election concludes Monday and Tuesday