El Paso City Council Candidate Revises Campaign Finances Amid Controversy

Arturo Alluin, a candidate for the El Paso City Council, has amended his campaign finance report to eliminate over $2,500 in clothing expenses after facing scrutiny for potential ethics violations. Initially reported on July 16, these expenses raised concerns as Texas law prohibits using campaign funds for personal attire. Alluin's amended report, filed on July 21, reduced his total expenditures from approximately $42,800 to $37,200. Despite claiming he did not use donor funds, his reports indicate he received over $23,000 in contributions. The deadline for candidates to file for the upcoming November 3 election is August 17, with Alluin competing against other candidates for the District 8 seat.

Key Details: • Deadline for candidacy filing is August 17 for the November 3 election. • Alluin's total campaign expenditures were corrected from $42,800 to $37,200. • He reported over $23,000 in contributions from donors in April and May. • Alluin's campaign includes significant expenses for food and beverages at his own restaurants.