Aaron Reitz

Aaron Reitz

Republican Party

Candidate, Attorney General of Texas

Prior offices

Assistant Attorney General for the Office of Legal Policy

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Elections and appointments

Next election

March 3, 2026

Education

High school

Ronald Reagan High School

Bachelor's

Texas A&M University

Law

University of Texas School of Law

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Marine Corps

Years of service

2009 - 2014

Service / branch

U.S. Marine Corps Reserve

Personal

Religion

Christian: Catholic

Profession

Attorney

Contact

Campaign website

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Aaron Reitz (Republican Party) is running for election for Attorney General of Texas. He declared candidacy for the Republican primary scheduled on March 3, 2026.^[source]

Reitz was an officeholder of the Assistant Attorney General for the Office of Legal Policy. He assumed office on March 26, 2025. He left office on June 12, 2025.

Reitz completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.

Donald Trump (R) announced on December 21, 2024, that he would appoint Reitz to serve as head of the Justice Department’s Office of Legal Policy in Trump's second presidential administration.

Biography

Aaron Reitz served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 2009 to 2014 and in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve beginning in 2014. He earned a B.S. from Texas A&M University and a J.D. from the University of Texas School of Law. Reitz’s career experience includes working as an officer in the Marine Corps, as a law clerk for Texas Supreme Court Justice Jimmy Blacklock, and as an attorney in private practice.

Reitz has served as Deputy Attorney General for Legal Strategy under Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and as Chief of Staff for Senator Ted Cruz.

Elections

2026

See also: Texas Attorney General election, 2026

General election

The primary will occur on March 3, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Attorney General of Texas

Joe Jaworski and Nathan Johnson are running in the Democratic primary for Attorney General of Texas on March 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Joe Jaworski
		Nathan Johnson

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Attorney General of Texas

Mayes Middleton, Aaron Reitz, and Chip Roy are running in the Republican primary for Attorney General of Texas on March 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Mayes Middleton
		Aaron Reitz
		Chip Roy

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Endorsements

Reitz received the following endorsements. To send us additional endorsements, click here.

• Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R)
• National Border Patrol Council
• The Remembrance Project Action

2020

See also: Texas House of Representatives elections, 2020

General election

General election for Texas House of Representatives District 47

Incumbent Vikki Goodwin defeated Justin Berry and Michael Clark in the general election for Texas House of Representatives District 47 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Vikki Goodwin (D)	49.3	66,816
		Justin Berry (R)	48.3	65,474
	Submit photo	Michael Clark (L)	2.4	3,311

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 135,601
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Republican primary runoff election

Republican primary runoff for Texas House of Representatives District 47

Justin Berry defeated Jennifer Fleck in the Republican primary runoff for Texas House of Representatives District 47 on July 14, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Justin Berry	54.7	6,418
		Jennifer Fleck	45.3	5,319

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 11,737
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Texas House of Representatives District 47

Incumbent Vikki Goodwin advanced from the Democratic primary for Texas House of Representatives District 47 on March 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Vikki Goodwin	100.0	30,089

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Texas House of Representatives District 47

Jennifer Fleck and Justin Berry advanced to a runoff. They defeated Donald Zimmerman, Aaron Reitz, and Jennifer Forgey in the Republican primary for Texas House of Representatives District 47 on March 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jennifer Fleck	32.1	5,766
✔		Justin Berry	22.9	4,105
		Donald Zimmerman	22.9	4,104
		Aaron Reitz	15.2	2,733
		Jennifer Forgey	6.8	1,228

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 17,936
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Libertarian convention

Libertarian convention for Texas House of Representatives District 47

Michael Clark advanced from the Libertarian convention for Texas House of Representatives District 47 on March 21, 2020.

		Candidate
✔	Submit photo	Michael Clark (L)

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Campaign themes

2026

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Ballotpedia survey responses

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Aaron Reitz completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Reitz's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I’m a Christian, husband, father of four, U.S. Marine, and lifelong conservative fighter who has spent my career on the front lines of lawfare combat. I married my high school sweetheart, and together we’re raising our family in Central Texas. I joined the Marine Corps out of a deep sense of duty, serving in Afghanistan and swearing an oath to support and defend the Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic—a promise I’ve carried with me into every role since.

After my military service, I dedicated my career to defending Texas and conservative values in the legal and political arena. I served as Ken Paxton’s Deputy Attorney General for Legal Strategy, where I led Texas’s biggest fights on border security, election integrity, and constitutional freedoms. I later served as Chief of Staff to Senator Ted Cruz and was appointed by President Trump and confirmed by the U.S. Senate to run the Office of Legal Policy at the Department of Justice, where I helped shape national legal strategy and advance the America First justice agenda.

In every chapter of my life, I’ve fought for the principles that keep Texas strong: faith, family, freedom, and the rule of law. I’m not a career politician; I’m a Texan who knows our state and nation are worth defending with everything I have. My record proves I know how to win the battles that matter most, and I’m ready to keep serving Texans with the same grit, conviction, and integrity that have guided me my entire life.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• My campaign is all about advancing an America First Law & Order agenda that puts Texans’ freedoms, rights, safety, and sovereignty first. As Attorney General, I will use every tool at my disposal to secure the border, protect jobs, defend constitutional rights, and push back against the radical left’s attempts to remake our state. By going on offense in the courts, I will make sure Texas remains the stronghold of Liberty and the Rule of Law in America.
• Securing our southern border is non-negotiable. I will relentlessly pursue legal action against anyone aiding illegal immigration, target the cartels driving human and drug trafficking, and back law enforcement with every tool available. As a former senior Trump DOJ official, I am uniquely positioned to partner with the White House to accelerate operations that identify, arrest, detain, and deport illegal aliens. Restoring border security will protect Texas families, strengthen our economy, and preserve our state’s sovereignty.
• I will root out corruption and stop far-left local governments from undermining Texas values. Rogue officials will be held accountable, radical policies blocked, and the far left prevented from steering our state into the ditch. By defending the Constitution and enforcing the rule of law, Texas will remain strong, free, and firmly grounded in the principles that built America.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I’m passionate about driving forward the America First Law-and-Order Agenda. That means securing our border and protecting Texas sovereignty, rooting out corruption wherever it hides, and stopping radical blue city and county governments from dragging Texas into the ditch. It means advancing the Constitution, restoring the rule of law, defending families, and protecting kids from the Left’s reckless experiments. At every turn, my focus is simple: keep Texas strong, free, safe, and firmly planted on conservative principles.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

The Attorney General’s office is both a shield and a sword for Texas. I will defend our state from the radical left, enforce our laws, and protect Texas values proactively before they’re eroded.

The National Association of Attorneys General has described the office as being at the "intersection of law and public policy." What does that mean to you?

It means using the law strategically to shape public policy, protect freedoms, and set legal precedents. I’ve done this as AG Paxton’s “offensive coordinator,” which is why I earned his full endorsement to succeed him.

The attorney general often sets policy priorities for law enforcement. For example, a state's attorney general may decide to dedicate extra resources to combat human trafficking. Are there certain areas of law enforcement that you would emphasize?

I back law enforcement 100%. I will crack down on violent crime, prosecute corruption, and fight cartel-driven trafficking and immigration threatening Texas communities.

A state's attorney general has many responsibilities. Which of those do you personally consider the most important?

The AG must act as a legal firewall for Texas. I will defend the Constitution, hold criminals and corrupt officials accountable, and use every tool to stop the radical left from reshaping our state.

Attorneys general can represent their states in legal conflicts with the federal government. Do you consider this an important part of an attorney general's responsibilities?

Absolutely. I will go on offense against bureaucratic and deep state overreach, protect Texas sovereignty, challenge unlawful mandates, and defend federalism—all while leveraging my experience as a former Trump DOJ official.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for a state's attorney general to have previous experience in government or politics?

Experience matters. I’ve served as a Marine Officer, Attorney General Paxton’s Deputy, Chief of Staff to Senator Ted Cruz, and senior Trump DOJ executive. I bring proven leadership, real-world results, and the battle scars necessary to lead Texas’s Attorney General Office from Day One.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Core Book: Bible. Non-Fiction: Anything by Patrick Buchanan. Fiction: Starship Troopers or Blood Meridian. Film: Gladiator.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Courage, energy, integrity, and loyalty to the Constitution and Rule of Law. I keep my word, take bold stands for Texans, and make every decision grounded in law, limited government, God-given rights, and an America First, MAGA philosophy.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

The Texas Attorney General must defend our Constitution and protect freedom. I will enforce state law, safeguard Texas sovereignty, and challenge lawbreakers everywhere they may be found. President Trump called me a “true MAGA attorney” and “warrior for our Constitution” for this very reason.

What legacy would you like to leave?

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What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

9/11 happened when I was a Freshman in High School, and it set me on a trajectory I hadn't considered till then: Service in the United States Marine Corps.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Lifeguard in San Antonio. Summer 2003.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Major endorsements include: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, The National Border Patrol Council, Conservative Political Action Committee (CPAC)

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

I stand with President Trump: no official is above the law. I will ensure taxpayer dollars are spent wisely, public records remain open, and government accountability is enforced at every level.

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2020

Aaron Reitz completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2019. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Reitz's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Christian. Husband. Father. Marine. Conservative. Republican.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Preserve Texas's vibrant economic climate through low taxes and light regulations.
• Make our schools and communities safer
• Give our children a first-class education

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Economic opportunity, educational opportunity, pro-life, pro-Constitution, pro-rule of law, and reining in out-of-control, big-city liberal cities that are taking Texas down the same path California stumbled down a few decades ago.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Lifeguard!

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

Yes.

What do you perceive to be your state’s greatest challenges over the next decade?

Ensuring our big cities don't take Texas down the same path California fell down a few decades ago.

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Aaron Reitz campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2020	Texas House of Representatives District 47	Lost primary	$56,977	N/A**
Grand total			$56,977	N/A**
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

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