U.S. Rep. Mike Conaway (R-Midland) has thrown his support behind one of the fifteen Republicans running to replace retiring U.S. Rep. Mac Thornberry (R-Clarendon).

On Monday, Conaway endorsed Josh Winegarner through a statement released by the Winegarner campaign. In the statement, Conaway said he believes Winegarner is the best choice for District 13.

“I have no doubt that Josh Winegarner is the best choice for our farmers, ranchers, energy producers and service men and women,” Conaway said. “He has been an extremely effective advocate for his community over the last fourteen years, and Josh can hit the ground running to protect vital installations like Sheppard Air Force Base and Pantex. He’s also a strong Christian and family man who grew up in the district and understands the people and their values. I am proud to endorse Josh Winegarner for Congress.”

Winegarner is not the only candidate to receive an endorsement from a sitting member of Texas’ congressional delegation. Republican Chris Ekstrom was recently endorsed by Arlington Republican U.S. Rep. Ron Wright.

Voters will decide this primary on March 3rd.