By Ruth Ann Ruiz

The Post Newspaper Features Editor

Nathan Watkins, a Naval Special Warfare veteran and former City Manager of

Mont Belvieu has announced his candidacy for Texas State House, District 23.

“Texas needs proven leaders who run toward hard problems and finish the mission,” said Watkins.

“As a member of the Naval Special Boat Teams, I led combat operations supporting SEALs and other national assets on missions that achieved major successes for Joint Special Operations Command. In Iraq, I learned what courage,

discipline, and teamwork really mean. I’m ready to bring that same mindset to Austin and fight

for the people of District 23,” said Watkins.

Following his military service, Watkins returned home to Texas and continued serving his

community, as City Manager of Mont

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