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News in English (USA) / 19.05.2026 / 18:00

Intense Rivalry in Texas Attorney General Runoff Elections

The race for Texas Attorney General is heating up as early voting begins for the Republican primary runoff. Incumbent candidate Chip Roy has received a significant financial boost of $2.75 million from GOP megadonor Alex Fairly, raising the stakes in a contentious campaign. Roy and challenger Mayes Middleton are focusing on issues like loyalty to Trump and allegations of fraud, while Texas Democrats see a fierce contest between Nathan Johnson and Joe Jaworski. Observers wonder whether Texas will continue its trend of electing a MAGA attorney general or if new leadership will emerge. As candidates vie for the nomination, they are making promises to address issues such as corruption and child support reform, reflecting the competing visions for the future of the state’s legal landscape.
The New York Times, The Texas Tribune, Houston Chronicle, Dallas News, KXAN Austin, BorderReport, Yahoo, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, KLTV.com, Axios