Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) has endorsed Rep. Chip Roy (R) in his bid for Texas attorney general, citing his close friendship and ally for over 12 years. Roy formally launched his bid to replace outgoing Attorney General Ken Paxton (R), who has held the post since 2014. Paxton is challenging incumbent Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) in a hotly contested primary. Roy’s campaign video emphasizes the need for a proven record of fighting to preserve, protect, and defend Texas’ legacy. Other GOP candidates who have joined the open attorney general contest include state Sens. Joan Huffman and Mayes Middleton, along with Aaron Reitz, who was also Cruz’s chief of staff. Cruz praised Roy, who has served in the House since 2019 and is a member of the conservative House Freedom Caucus, for his courage, integrity, and conviction to defend the state. He praised Roy as a battle-tested warrior and a fierce defender of the Constitution, confident that he will stand up for the rule of law, preserve the rights and freedoms of Texans, and hold those who threaten the state accountable. Roy has been at odds with Paxton before, calling for his resignation in 2020 over bribery allegations. President Trump has not made an endorsement in the race so far.
Cruz has endorsed Chip Roy for the position of Texas AG. ThuyTruongSpa 701
