Barrett McNabb
Barrett McNabb (Republican Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Texas' 38th Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the Republican primary scheduled on March 3, 2026.[source]
McNabb also ran for election to the U.S. Senate to represent Texas. He will not appear on the ballot for the Republican primary on March 3, 2026.
Biography
McNabb obtained a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Sam Houston State University. He joined the U.S. Army as an infantry officer and served 16 years, deploying to South Korea, Iraq, and Afghanistan. McNabb also served as a foreign area officer assigned to Africa. After retiring from the Army, McNabb became a franchisee of The Joint Chiropractic. As of the 2026 primary, McNabb was chief executive officer of Consolidated Wellness Management Group, Inc.[1][2]
2026 battleground election
Ballotpedia identified the March 3 Republican primary as a battleground primary. The summary below is from our coverage of this election, found here.
Jon Bonck (R), Barrett McNabb (R), Shelly deZevallos (R), and two other candidates are running in the Republican primary for Texas' 38th Congressional District on March 3, 2026. The filing deadline is December 8, 2025. As of October 2025, Bonck, McNabb, and deZevallos led in fundraising and local media attention.[3]
Incumbent Wesley Hunt (R) is running for U.S. Senate rather than seeking re-election, leaving the seat open. Hunt won re-election in 2024 63%–37%.
Bonck is a manager at a mortgage brokerage firm. Bonck describes himself as "a Christian, husband, father, and mortgage leader from Greater Houston — not a political celebrity, but a servant leader ready to fight for Texas families."[4] Bonck's campaign website says his real estate experience "has shown him firsthand how outdated policies and red tape can frustrate families...Jon will work to reform these outdated policies and eliminate red tape to help Americans thrive and achieve the American dream."[4]
McNabb is a 16-year veteran of the U.S. Army and the founder of a healthcare management group. McNabb's campaign website says he is "not a career politician—he’s a battle-tested leader, a successful businessman, and a servant of the people. He’s running for Congress to advocate for families, Veterans, small businesses, and all Texans who feel overlooked by Washington."[5] McNabb says he will "always put Texas first, streamline politics, and enact swift action on conservative policies."[6]
DeZevallos is the president of the West Houston Airport. DeZevallos' campaign website describes her as "a business leader, pilot, and lifelong Houstonian who has dedicated her life to service, innovation, and advancing our shared America First values."[7] DeZevallos says she is running "because President Trump needs trusted conservative leaders in Congress who will end Democrat obstruction and keep the results coming for the American people."[8]
Also running in the primary are Jeff Yuna (R) and Damien Mockus (R).
As of October 2025, The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter, Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales, and Larry J. Sabato's Crystal Ball each rated the general election Solid/Safe Republican. An Inside Elections analysis of the redistricting in Texas ahead of the 2026 elections found that President Donald Trump (R) won the 2024 presidential election in both the old and the new versions of the 38th district by 21 percentage points.[9]
If no candidate receives more than 50% of the vote, then the top two finishers will advance to a runoff on May 26, 2026.
Elections
2026
See also: Texas' 38th Congressional District election, 2026
General election
The primary will occur on March 3, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. Additional general election candidates will be added here following the primary.
General election for U.S. House Texas District 38
William Taggart is running in the general election for U.S. House Texas District 38 on November 3, 2026.
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 38
Curtis Cook II, Theresa Courts, Marvalette Hunter, and Melissa McDonough are running in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 38 on March 3, 2026.
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 38
The following candidates are running in the Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 38 on March 3, 2026.
Candidate | ||
 | Avery Ayers | |
 | Jon Bonck | |
| Craig Goralski | ||
 | Barrett McNabb | |
 | Damien Mockus | |
 | Carmen Montiel | |
 | Michael Pratt | |
 | Jeff Yuna | |
 | Shelly deZevallos | |
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Wesley Hunt (R)
Polls
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Election campaign finance
| Name | Party | Receipts* | Disbursements** | Cash on hand | Date |
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| Avery Ayers | Republican Party | $0 | $0 | $0 | Data not available*** |
| Jon Bonck | Republican Party | $492,041 | $111,162 | $380,879 | As of September 30, 2025 |
| Craig Goralski | Republican Party | $0 | $0 | $0 | Data not available*** |
| Barrett McNabb | Republican Party | $228,122 | $120,475 | $107,647 | As of September 30, 2025 |
| Damien Mockus | Republican Party | $0 | $0 | $0 | Data not available*** |
| Carmen Montiel | Republican Party | $5,206 | $3,135 | $2,514 | As of June 30, 2025 |
| Michael Pratt | Republican Party | $0 | $0 | $0 | Data not available*** |
| Jeff Yuna | Republican Party | $0 | $0 | $0 | Data not available*** |
| Shelly deZevallos | Republican Party | $0 | $0 | $0 | Data not available*** |
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Source: Federal Elections Commission, "Campaign finance data," 2026. This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* According to the FEC, "Receipts are anything of value (money, goods, services or property) received by a political committee." |
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Satellite spending
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See also: United States Senate election in Texas, 2026
General election
The primary will occur on March 3, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. Additional general election candidates will be added here following the primary.
General election for U.S. Senate Texas
Joshua Cain, Camencia Ford, Jade Simmons, and Hans Truelson are running in the general election for U.S. Senate Texas on November 3, 2026.
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| Camencia Ford (Independent) | ||
 | Jade Simmons (Independent) | |
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Texas
Colin Allred, Emily Morgul, Michael Swanson, James Talarico, and Paula Williams are running in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Texas on March 3, 2026.
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Terry Virts (D)
Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. Senate Texas
The following candidates are running in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate Texas on March 3, 2026.
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 | John Cornyn | |
 | Andrew Alvarez | |
 | Virgil Bierschwale | |
 | Alexander Duncan | |
 | Ronald Evans | |
 | Wesley Hunt | |
| Matthew Elliot Kelley | ||
 | Gulrez Khan | |
| Connor Kraus | ||
 | Rennie Mann | |
 | Ken Paxton | |
 | Tony Schmoker | |
 | Andrew Trakas | |
| Leo Wyatt | ||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Keith Allen (R)
- Barrett McNabb (R)
Endorsements
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Campaign themes
2026
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Campaign website
McNabb's campaign website stated the following:
America First
- Stand firmly with President Donald J. Trump to codify all executive orders and actions into law.
- Prioritize American sovereignty, manufacturing, energy, and labor.
- End globalist entanglements that undermine American strength and independence.
Energy Independence Through Energy Dominance
- Make America the undisputed leader in energy production—from oil and gas to nuclear.
- Eliminate all federal subsidies for green energy initiatives; let the free market dictate winners and losers.
- Ban foreign ownership of U.S. energy infrastructure, including production, transportation, and storage.
- Restore and unleash domestic energy exploration and pipelines.
Protecting American Land and Resources
- Ban land ownership by strategic adversaries like China, Iran, and Russia—especially in agriculture, energy, and defense-sensitive areas.
- Repatriate existing land already purchased by adversaries through legislative action.
- Enact reciprocity-based land ownership laws—if Americans can’t own land in their country, they can’t own land in ours.
- Strengthen individual property rights; limit and reform eminent domain abuse.
Defending the Second Amendment
- “Shall not be infringed” means no compromise on the Second Amendment.
- Repeal the National Firearms Act (NFA).
- Apply Bruen v. New York standards to all existing and future gun control legislation.
- Protect Americans’ right to self-defense without bureaucratic interference.
Secure the Border — No Compromise
- Complete the wall and deploy all necessary resources to seal the border.
- Expedite removal of illegal aliens through streamlined deportation processes.
- Tax foreign remittances to deter illegal immigration and fund enforcement.
- Restore Remain in Mexico and end catch-and-release policies.
Restoring Parental Rights
- Criminalize any government overreach—at the local, state, or federal level—that undermines parental rights.
- Shift school policy toward “opt-in” models for all sensitive or controversial curriculum content.
- Champion transparency in education and ensure parents—not bureaucrats—have the final say in their children's upbringing.
Promoting Texas Jobs & Infrastructure
- Cut red tape, eliminate mandates, and bring back pro-growth policies that empower Texas businesses and job creators.
- Invest in infrastructure that serves Texans—not political agendas.
- Prioritize broadband expansion, water resources, and interstate highway modernization.
Defending Constitutional Freedoms
- Fight back against censorship, federal overreach, and weaponized government agencies.
- Uphold religious liberty, free speech, and freedom of assembly at all costs.
- Support legislation that limits unelected bureaucrats and restores power to the people.
Fighting to Secure Our Elections
- Support voter ID, paper ballots, and full forensic audits.
- Ban unmonitored ballot drop boxes and third-party “Zuckerbucks” election funding..
- Investigate and prosecute election fraud without fear or favor.
End the Spending. Fight the Debt.
- Fight inflation by cutting federal spending, shrinking the bureaucracy, and restoring sound money principles.
- Champion a Balanced Budget Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
- Audit every federal agency and eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse.
Support Our Troops and Veterans
- Fully fund and modernize our military while avoiding endless wars.
- Expand access to VA healthcare, mental health services, and job training.
- Hold the VA accountable for timely, effective service delivery. .
Defending Life
- Stand for the sanctity of life and support pro-life legislation at the federal level. .
- Defund Planned Parenthood and redirect resources to support adoption, foster care, and maternal health.
Protecting Female Athletes
- Ban biological males from competing in female sports at all levels—K-12, collegiate, and professional.
- Uphold the integrity of women’s competition and restore Title IX to its original intent.
— Barrett McNabb's campaign website (November 19, 2025)
Campaign ads
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ LinkedIn, "Barrett McNabb," accessed November 3, 2025
- ↑ Barrett McNabb campaign website, "About," accessed November 3, 2025
- ↑ Houston Public Media, "U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt enters GOP Senate primary against incumbent Sen. John Cornyn, Texas AG Ken Paxton," October 6, 2025
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Jon Bonck campaign website, "Home page," accessed October 24, 2025
- ↑ Barrett McNabb campaign website, "About," accessed October 24, 2025
- ↑ Barrett McNabb campaign website, "Home page," accessed October 24, 2025
- ↑ Shelly deZevallos campaign website, "About," accessed October 24, 2025
- ↑ Shelly deZevallos campaign website, "Issues," accessed October 24, 2025
- ↑ Inside Elections, "A Detailed Analysis of Texas’ New Congressional Map," August 27, 2025
- ↑ OpenSecrets.org, "Outside Spending," accessed December 12, 2021
- ↑ OpenSecrets.org, "Total Outside Spending by Election Cycle, All Groups," accessed December 12, 2021
- ↑ National Review.com, "Why the Media Hate Super PACs," December 12, 2021
