Ex-DOJ Official Aaron Reitz Announces Texas Attorney General 2026 Run

Aaron Reitz, a former senior Department of Justice official and close ally of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Senator Ted Cruz, announced his candidacy for Texas Attorney General in the 2026 Republican primary. Reitz recently resigned as the head of the DOJ's Office of Legal Policy, a position he was appointed to by President Trump, to focus on his campaign. He positions himself as a staunch conservative fighting for Texas and the nation, pledging to defend President Trump, combat the radical left, enhance border security, and uphold Second Amendment rights if elected. Reitz has emphasized his experience leading major legal battles for Texas conservatives, including efforts to challenge the 2020 presidential election results. His campaign enters a race that emerged after Paxton decided not to seek reelection as Attorney General and instead pursue a Senate seat. Reitz has received endorsements and praise from Trump administration officials and conservative circles who highlight his commitment to law and order.