Attorney General Ken Paxton announced on April 8, 2025 that he will run for US Senate, challenging Senator John Cornyn. Since the OAG seat is on the 2026 ballot, expect to see a number of announcements for Texas Attorney General from current officeholders and new faces. Paxton announcement
AG Candidates
4-15-25
Senator Mayes Middleton (R-Galveston) announced on 4-15-25 that he will run for Attorney General on the 2026 ballot.
4-9-25
John Bash (R) announced his candidacy for Texas Attorney General on April 9, 2025. johnbash.com
@JohnBashTX “I’m running for Texas Attorney General because our great State needs the toughest, most battle-tested attorney to lead the fight to keep our communities safe, defend our constitutional rights, and make sure Texas remains a leader in innovation and growth. Let’s get to work.”
John Bash is Co-Chair of Quinn Emanuel’s National Appellate Practice and Co-Managing Partner of the firm’s Austin office. He joined the firm in 2020. His practice focuses on appellate litigation and internal investigations. Before joining the firm, John served in the United States Department of Justice, first as an Assistant to the Solicitor General and then as the United States Attorney for the Western District of Texas. He also served as Special Assistant to the President and Associate Counsel to the President.
