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Rubén Becerra
Rubén Becerra (born July 1, 1972) is an American small business owner and politician. He was elected Hays County Judge November 6, 2018. He was sworn-in at a private ceremony at his home just after midnight, January 1, 2019 by The Honorable Judge Linda Rodriguez. Judge Rodriguez also officiated the public swearing-in, January 2, 2019 at the Historic Hays County Courthouse (a symbolic day for Becerra, as January 2nd was his late father's birthday). Judge Rubén Becerra became the first latino elected to the highest office in the county, Hays County Judge. Prior to becoming Hays County Judge, Rubén owned and operated Gil's Broiler, The Manske Roll Bakery, Dixie Cream Donuts, San Marcos Soda Co, and with his wife- Specialized Medical Solutions. Rubén & Cristian Becerra (Rubén & Monica's sons) run the family businesses.

Born in Matamoros, Tamaulipas, to Mexican parents (Francisco Xavier Becerra and Graciela Ramirez de Becerra). Rubén came to the US with his parents and 4 siblings (Frank, Grace, Robert, and Joe) at the age of 4. Rubén and his family made Palm Springs, CA their home, where Rubén attended Vista del Monte Elementary, Raymond Cree Middle School, and Palm Springs High School. In 1989 his family moved to Brownsville, TX where he attended Texas Southmost College and met his wife Monica Mendez Becerra. Rubén and Monica married in 1992, have 2 sons (Ruben, Jr. and Cristian- both born in 1995). Rubén, Monica and their children reside in San Marcos, TX where they have lived since 2000.