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Texas County's 64 Residents Face Fierce Political Rivalries
1/21/2026
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Story summary
- Loving County, Texas, is the least populated U.S. county, with 64 residents.
- Control of local offices often hinges on a few votes, leading to frequent election challenges, as noted by county attorney Steve Simonsen.
- Mentone lacks basic services despite wealth from the Permian Basin oil and gas industry.
- Long-standing family rivalries fuel political feuds, primarily among the Jones family.
