Aaron Reitz Announces Ken Paxton Endorsement in AG Race

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has thrown his weight behind one of the candidates running to replace him as the state’s top lawyer.

Aaron Reitz, a former deputy U.S. Attorney, announced his endorsement from Paxton on Monday in a text message sent to supporters. Reitz included a quote from Paxton saying, “Aaron has already proven himself as a defender of Texas, of Texans’ rights, and of the Constitution.”

Reitz is one of four candidates running to replace Paxton as Attorney General, as the incumbent seeks the Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate next year. Along with Reitz, U.S. Rep. Chip Roy and State Sens. Joan Huffman and Mayes Middleton are also running.

The primary election for Attorney General is scheduled for March 2026.