Mayes Middleton Takes the Republican Spot for Texas Attorney General, Beating Chip Roy
Mayes Middleton has won the Republican nomination for Texas Attorney General, defeating Chip Roy by approximately 12 points. This runoff was necessary after neither candidate secured over 50% of the vote in the March primary. Middleton, a conservative legislator, self-funded his campaign and emphasized his loyalty to former President Trump throughout the race.
- ▪Mayes Middleton won the Republican runoff for Texas Attorney General against Chip Roy.
- ▪The runoff was triggered after neither candidate received more than 50% of the vote in the March primary.
- ▪Middleton is known for being one of the most conservative legislators in Texas and self-funded his campaign with nearly $17 million.
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Mayes Middleton Takes the Republican Spot for Texas Attorney General, Beating Chip Roy By Jennifer Oliver O'Connell | 7:25 AM on May 27, 2026 The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. Mayes Middleton. (Credit: Mayes Middleton for Texas AG website) In the Texas runoff for Attorney General, the Republican candidate who dubbed himself "MAGA" Mayes Middleton has won over Republican Rep. Chip Roy (TX-21) by roughly 12 points.
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