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Sholdon Daniels
Sholdon Daniels (Republican Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Texas' 30th Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the Republican primary scheduled on March 3, 2026.[source]
Daniels completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Sholdon Daniels was born in Denison, Texas. He served in the U.S. Army. Davis earned a high school diploma from Sherman High School, a bachelor's degree from the University of Texas at Dallas in 2010, and a law degree from Texas Southern University in 2014. His career experience includes working as an attorney at law and in business development.[1]
Elections
2026
See also: Texas' 30th Congressional District 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 U.S. House Texas District 30
Incumbent Jasmine Crockett, Rodney LaBruce, Saul Rodriguez, and Oscar Villar are running in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 30 on March 3, 2026.
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 30
Sholdon Daniels, Gregor Heise, Cody Nickson, Stephani Reazor, and Michael Alan Vivroux are running in the Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 30 on March 3, 2026.
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2018
Daniels sought election to the 4th Congressional District of Texas in 2018. Daniels dropped out of the race prior to the filing deadline.[2]
Campaign themes
2026
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Sholdon Daniels completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Daniels' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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He is running for Congress because he cares deeply about the future of our young people—and because he's had enough of corrupt politicians, broken promises, and policies that defy both logic and morality. Common sense shouldn’t be controversial. But today, it’s under constant attack by global interests and media elites who don’t share our values and don’t care about working Americans.
Sholdon Daniels believes in manhood, womanhood, family, faith, and freedom. He believes in securing our borders, protecting our kids, and putting Main Street ahead of Wall Street. As your representative, he'll fight to restore opportunity, order, and sanity to our nation’s politics.
He's not backed by billionaires or political machines. Sholdon is part of the home team—ready to fight for us, not them. A vote for Sholdon Daniels is a vote to put America, Texas, and common sense first again.- Sholdon Daniels wants real representation for real people. Voters deserve leaders who understand their struggles and share their values—not just their party label. He's lived what many are living: raised by a single mother, worked his way up, and built a life grounded in faith, family, and hard work. He'll never forget who he represents—everyday Americans, not political elites or special interest groups.
- Sholdon Daniels will put Americans first—not illegal immigrants. While working-class citizens fight to make ends meet, illegal immigrants are receiving free benefits funded by our tax dollars. That’s wrong. Our government must prioritize American families, protect the middle class, and secure our borders. Citizenship should mean something again. Sholdon Daniels is America First.
- Sholdon Daniels wants to restore common sense to Washington DC. America has enormous untapped potential—but we’re being held back by corrupt politicians, radical agendas, and broken systems. It’s time for a new generation of servant leaders to rise up. Sholdon Daniels will fight to bring back sanity, protect your freedoms, and move this country forward with bold, principled leadership.
He has witnessed firsthand how the most powerful institutions in the world—media empires, political machines, and global interests—have tried to destroy Trump’s reputation, legacy, and influence. But Trump never gave up. He fought back and won on behalf of the American people.
He doesn’t look for perfection in politicians—and he doesn’t claim to be perfect himself. He believes voters are tired of fake personas and empty promises. What they want—and deserve—are representatives who live by the same rules as everyone else, who understand everyday struggles, and who bring common sense, not political theater, to the halls of Congress. Sholdon knows what its like to grow up in a poor neighborhood to a single mother. He knows what it's like to have to catch the bus and train to get around everywhere. He knows the struggle.
He values integrity, not just in private character but in public service—doing what’s right, even when it’s unpopular. He believes a strong moral compass, grounded in faith, family, and responsibility, is essential for leadership. And he places a high value on life experience: people who have had to meet a payroll, raise a family, and navigate the real-world consequences of bad government decisions.
Professionalism, effectiveness, and pragmatism are just as vital. Congress needs fewer performers and more problem-solvers—leaders who know how to listen, build coalitions, and get results without selling out their principles. As a lawyer, entrepreneur, and community advocate, he brings both the toughness and the temperament to lead with clarity and purpose.
That means more than casting votes—it means listening, engaging, and remaining accessible to the people back home. Elected officials are not rulers; they are public servants. Their first duty is to reflect the values, priorities, and concerns of their district while standing firm on principle—even under pressure from party leadership, lobbyists, or special interests.
He sees fiscal responsibility, national security, and economic empowerment as top legislative priorities. Congress has a duty to protect the interests of the American people first—securing the border, defending freedom, and ensuring taxpayers get a return on their investment in government.
Another critical responsibility is oversight. Members of Congress must hold federal agencies accountable and ensure transparency and fairness in how laws are implemented. Too many politicians forget that they work for the people, not the bureaucracy.
He also believes that Members of Congress should lead by example and conduct themselves with professionalism, working across the aisle where possible, and refusing to contribute to the toxic political environment that’s dividing the nation.
He envisions a world where Americans are empowered as individuals—free from government overreach, unburdened by broken systems, and uplifted by policies that encourage faith, family, innovation, and opportunity. His legacy would not be measured simply by laws passed or speeches given, but by lives changed—by a renewed spirit of independence and hope in a country that had lost its way but found it again.
He sees Douglass not just as a historical figure, but as a blueprint for what leadership rooted in principle and moral clarity should look like. The book inspires him to speak boldly, think independently, and remain committed to justice and liberty—not just for some, but for all. It also reminds him that even in the face of impossible odds, one voice can still change a nation.
He admires the character’s constant moral questioning, his ability to see the big picture, and his refusal to give up on hope, even when surrounded by darkness. The Silver Surfer isn’t just strong—he’s reflective, principled, and driven by a desire to do right in a complicated universe.
Now, in his late 30s, he recognizes that true leadership requires vulnerability, teamwork, and trust. As he steps into the world of politics and public service, he knows he’ll need to build relationships rooted in mutual respect and shared purpose. He’s learning to drop the armor—not because the world is safe, but because service demands connection, and progress requires partnership.
The House also holds the “power of the purse,” which is the authority to initiate spending and taxation. That’s a major responsibility, and one he believes has too often been abused or handed off to unelected bureaucrats. He believes restoring fiscal discipline and transparency in the House is key to rebuilding trust in government.
Unlike the Senate, which was designed to be slower and more deliberative, the House was built for action and for moving legislation that reflects the will of the people. He sees this as both a duty and an opportunity: to use the office to fight for real, everyday Americans, not just play political games.
Career politicians often lose touch with the people they serve. He believes what matters most is character, competence, and a commitment to service. His experience as a lawyer, entrepreneur, and community advocate has prepared him to make informed decisions, ask the right questions, and push for real solutions.
He sees election integrity as a foundational issue. Only American citizens should be allowed to vote in American elections. Securing our voter rolls, cleaning up election laws, and enforcing our immigration system are essential to preserving our democracy.
He also identifies illegal immigration as a major national threat—not just to jobs and resources, but to sovereignty and rule of law. Removing illegal aliens and securing the border are non-negotiable responsibilities of the federal government.
Economically, the country must address job creation, workforce readiness, and housing affordability. Families are being priced out of opportunity. He believes in policies that promote entrepreneurship, grow the middle class, and prepare young Americans for careers—not just degrees.
At the same time, he understands that two-year terms can create constant campaign pressure and short-term thinking. That’s why he supports reforms that make it easier for citizen-leaders—not just career politicians—to run for office, serve effectively, and return to private life.
His goal is to serve long enough to be effective on key committees like Small Business, Transportation and Infrastructure, Judiciary, or Appropriations—where real change can happen for working families, small business owners, and local communities. He wants to use his time in Congress to fight for policies that empower Main Street, protect taxpayers, and restore common sense to government.
Frederick Douglass showed that the power of truth, faith, and perseverance could move a nation toward liberty. His moral clarity, emphasis on self-reliance, and love for the Constitution continue to shape how this candidate views leadership and service.
Charles Sumner, although a Senator, represents the courage to speak hard truths in hostile environments. He admires Sumner’s intellectual strength and willingness to confront injustice head-on, even when it came at great personal cost.
Allen West, a modern-day patriot and veteran, embodies bold conservative leadership rooted in faith, duty, and honor. Like West, he is committed to putting America first, protecting its founding values, and standing unapologetically for what’s right.
He also remembers the horrific story of a hotel clerk who was brutally beheaded in front of his family—another example of the escalating lawlessness and moral decline taking root in communities that deserve better. Add to that the rising number of innocent Americans killed by drunk drivers who entered this country illegally, and it becomes clear: something is deeply broken, and it demands urgent leadership.
He’s also been moved by the silent suffering of the mentally ill who live on the streets, and not because people don’t care, but because our systems have failed to care for them with dignity, safety, and structure. He believes we need policy solutions that match the compassion of the community.
Young voters have also shared their frustrations: working multiple jobs, burdened by inflation and housing costs, and being told to “vote blue no matter who,” while their quality of life declines under policies supported by the ultra-wealthy. Many feel too financially insecure to start families. Meanwhile, masculinity is demonized, and manhood is treated like a flaw.
That’s why he also believes strongly in limited government. The fewer unnecessary regulations and federal overreaches there are, the fewer opportunities there are for gridlock and political horse-trading. When government stays in its lane, the policymaking process becomes clearer, more focused, and less divisive.
If elected, he would use this power to fight for a fairer, simpler tax system, one that lets working Americans and small businesses keep more of their hard-earned income. He opposes tax policies that punish productivity or favor massive corporations at the expense of Main Street.
He would also ensure that taxpayer money is not being used to fund programs that reward illegal immigration, promote political indoctrination, or expand federal overreach into local communities. Instead, he would push for investments in infrastructure, public safety, school choice, and mental health—issues that directly impact his constituents.
He believes Congress must investigate and expose efforts by transactional globalists and foreign entities to shape U.S. law, influence elections, or steer public resources away from citizens and toward special interests. He supports using oversight to protect election integrity, uncover waste, fraud, and abuse in federal agencies, and ensure that American tax dollars serve American citizens first.
He also sees investigative authority as a way to hear from everyday Americans, uncover the real issues they face—whether in housing, healthcare, education, or business—and ensure those concerns inform smart, targeted policymaking.
It’s a stark example of how government can fail its most vulnerable citizens—not because of lack of resources, but because of lack of will. Their resilience in the face of neglect has inspired him to fight even harder for communities that are often ignored or exploited. He believes every American deserves dignity, infrastructure, and a voice—and he's committed to making sure stories like theirs are no longer overlooked.
He believes strong families are the foundation of a strong nation, and he draws daily strength and purpose from the love and responsibility he carries at home. In a world that often overlooks the importance of family, he sees it as his highest calling and greatest accomplishment.
He supports using AI to reduce red tape, cut waste, and modernize outdated systems so that citizens—especially small business owners, veterans, and working families—can navigate government more easily and get the help they need without unnecessary delays.
Legislation requiring strict proof of U.S. citizenship or legal status for voter registration. Ensuring every registrant is legally eligible. Preventing non-citizens, including illegal immigrants, from registering or voting. This helps uphold election integrity.
Cleaning Voter Rolls & Preventing Fraud
Require periodic audits of voter rolls to remove outdated, duplicate, or invalid registrations. Provide strong protections so no eligible citizen is removed accidentally. Establish transparent notification and appeal processes.
Election Audit & Oversight Standards
Mandate post-election audits (such as risk-limiting audits) for federal, state, and local races to validate results. Ensure paper ballots are preserved and that voting machines are certified, secure, and tested for vulnerabilities. Require independent oversight of election technology.
Campaign Finance Transparency
Legislation like a version of the DISCLOSE Act to force greater disclosure of political spending, particularly from outside groups, foreign entities, or dark money channels. Increase penalties for foreign interference or unreported contributions.
Uniform Standards for Polling & Balloting
Set minimum federal standards for early voting, absentee/mail-in ballots, time requirements, and processing of ballots. Ensure all federal elections have uniform rules to reduce confusion, discrepancies, and opportunities for abuse.
Enhanced Penalties for Voter Fraud & Foreign Interference
Strengthen criminal penalties for knowingly breaking laws related to voter registration, vote casting by ineligible persons, or foreign influence via election-related activities. Give federal agencies authority to investigate and prosecute when national security is involved.
Protecting First Principles — Committee Oversight & Special Investigations
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2026 Elections
Footnotes
