As May 2 approaches, the election for Mayor of Round Rock, Texas is coming to a head. Voters are faced with a choice between the current incumbent, Mayor Craig Morgan, and Mr. Kelly Hall.

Mayor Morgan has a proven track record that is visible to the public, and his leadership is well established. In contrast, Mr. Hall has not demonstrated comparable experience or trustworthiness. Several years ago, he admitted to forging a government document—an action documented in court records.

You don’t have to take my word for it. The court documents are available for public review, along with selected excerpts provided below. The case was filed in the 459th District Court under case number D-1-GN-24-000896. These records can be accessed in person at 1700 Guadalupe Street, Austin, Texas 78701, on the third floor. The documents were released to the public in early January 2026.

Round Rock deserves a leader with a proven record of integrity and service—not someone whose actions raise serious concerns about judgment and accountability. Claiming to be a whistleblower does not excuse wrongdoing. Mr. Hall has claimed that label, but one cannot claim to be a hero after setting the house on fire and then trying to save those inside. In this case, the facts show a different story—one where the individual created the problem and later attempted to shift the narrative.

Shifting the narrative is not leadership; it is a failure to take responsibility. At best, it reflects a hope that the truth will go unnoticed. Round Rock needs strong, dependable leadership at every level. Mr. Kelly Hall has not demonstrated that he can provide that leadership, nor has he shown the integrity required to take ownership of his actions.
 

A few screenshots from the court documents:

Click here to download the Original Court Document

Click here to download the Original Court Document with Yellow Highlights 

John J. Gately
Republican Precinct Chair – Precinct 338
Williamson County Republican Party
Round Rock, Texas