Mayes Middleton and the 2026 Texas Attorney General race

Mayes Middleton (Republican) is a member of the Texas State Senate, representing District 11. He assumed office in the Senate on January 10, 2023; his current Senate term ends January 11, 2027. He previously served in the Texas House of Representatives from District 23 from 2019 through 2023 before winning election to the Senate. In 2026 he is a candidate for Attorney General of Texas. He advanced from the March 3 Republican primary and faces Chip Roy in the Republican primary runoff on May 26, 2026. The general election is November 3, 2026. This page is informational only and does not endorse any candidate.

Background and education

According to Ballotpedia, Middleton was born in Wallisville, Texas, and resides in Galveston County. He earned bachelor’s degrees and a J.D. from the University of Texas at Austin.

Business and private-sector experience

Ballotpedia reports Middleton’s career experience includes serving as president of Middleton Oil Company and operating ranching, cattle, and farming operations.

Legislative service

Middleton represented House District 23 after winning the 2018 Republican primary and general elections and was reelected in 2020. He was elected to Senate District 11 in 2022. Committee assignments and Capitol contact information are available through the Texas Senate and Ballotpedia.

2026 campaign for Attorney General

Middleton is one of two Republicans in the May 26, 2026 runoff for attorney general, alongside Chip Roy, after both advanced from the March 3, 2026 primary.Ballotpedia Stated campaign themes and positions are published on his campaign website and in Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey responses, where available.

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Sources & Verification

Verified: 2026-03-28