What party is Dusty Betts?

Dusty Betts is running as an Independent.

Who is Dusty Betts running against?

Clayton Edwards, for White County Sheriff.

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Dusty Betts

Independent · Candidate for White County Sheriff · November 3, 2026

About this race

The county's chief law-enforcement officer. Runs the sheriff's office and usually the county jail, patrols areas outside city police departments, and serves court papers.

2 candidates ran for White County Sheriff in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Immigration enforcement (ICE 287(g))

White County's sheriff's office has an agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) under the 287(g) program: Jail Enforcement Model (signed March 31, 2026).

Jail Enforcement Model: identifying and processing people booked into the county jail on state or local charges who may be removable.

Under 287(g), ICE trains and authorizes local officers to carry out some federal immigration duties. From ICE's list of participating agencies, as of October 28, 2026. Whether to keep, change or end an agreement is up to the sheriff.

Where they stand

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Clayton Edwards · Republican

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Quick answers

What party is Dusty Betts?: Dusty Betts is running as an Independent.
What does the White County Sheriff seat do?: The county's chief law-enforcement officer. Runs the sheriff's office and usually the county jail, patrols areas outside city police departments, and serves court papers.
Who is Dusty Betts running against?: Clayton Edwards, for White County Sheriff.
Should I vote for Dusty Betts?: SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare Dusty Betts's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.

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