Voters overwhelmingly remove Jackson County Executive Frank White from office [View all]

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Jackson County voters have decisively removed County Executive Frank White Jr. from office, ending his nine years in power with a landslide recall election.

White, a Kansas City Royals legend who became county executive in 2016, struggled to gain even 20% of the vote.

With nearly all precincts reporting, the final tally showed an 85–15 split in favor of his removal.

“Tonight, I acknowledge the results of the recall election and respect the decision of the voters of Jackson County. I want to thank the people who showed up to vote, and I want to thank my staff, my family, my friends, and especially my wonderful wife Teresa. I would not have made it this far without her support, patience, and motivation. Serving as County Executive has been one of the greatest honors of my life, and I am proud of what we have accomplished together to strengthen our community. While questions remain about the process that led to this election, I will move forward guided by gratitude for all this community has given me and by the drive to do what is right. As I move forward, that gratitude and the determination to do what is right will continue to guide me.”




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