Mayes Middleton, a Republican, is running for Texas attorney general in the Nov. 3 general election.

Middleton represents District 11 in the Texas Senate. He faces Nathan Johnson, a Democrat, and Tom Oxford, a Libertarian, according to BallotReady election data. Rockwall County voters will see the race on their Nov. 3 ballots.

Candidate information

  • Party: Republican
  • Office sought: Texas Attorney General
  • Current office: Texas State Senator, District 11
  • Education: Juris doctor, University of Texas; bachelor's degree in Plan II Honors, University of Texas
  • Law license: Licensed to practice law since 2008, according to his campaign website
  • Personal: Middleton says he is a seventh-generation Texan. He says he has rejected the state pension and healthcare and donates his entire state salary to local charities.

Experience and public service

Middleton has served as a Texas state senator representing District 11 since 2023, according to the Texas Senate website. He also chaired the Texas House Freedom Caucus, according to his campaign website.

Outside the Legislature, Middleton has worked as president of Middleton Oil Company and in ranching and farming operations, according to BallotReady profile data. He holds a law license.

On the issues

The following positions are drawn from Middleton's campaign website and BallotReady candidate responses. All statements reflect the candidate's own claims.

Property taxes and budget: Middleton says property taxes threaten family homes and businesses. He calls for limits on property tax growth and says he supports working toward eventual abolition of property taxes. He also says he supports a constitutional spending cap and zero-based budgeting.

Border security and immigration: Middleton says he would enforce immigration laws, secure the border and pursue legal action against what he calls "sanctuary cities." He says he would enforce deportation orders.

Criminal justice and public safety: Middleton says he would target district attorneys he believes are not enforcing the law. He says he supports zero-tolerance policies for violent crime and stronger bonds for dangerous offenders. He also lists combating human trafficking as a priority.

Guns: Middleton says he co-authored the constitutional carry bill in the Texas Legislature. He says law-abiding citizens should not need government permission to exercise their right to bear arms.

Education: Middleton says he wants to expand educational opportunities and opposes what he calls gender ideology in schools. He says the state's school finance system needs a complete overhaul, including abolishing the Robin Hood redistribution program.

The attorney general can enforce applicable laws, represent the state and pursue litigation within the office’s authority. Changes to taxes, public benefits or school funding generally require legislation and budget decisions; the attorney general cannot enact them alone.

Sources: Public campaign materials, published candidate profiles and the public records linked above. Policy statements are attributed to the candidate; funding or implementation details are included where available.

The Rockwall Herald did not receive a direct questionnaire response from the candidate and does not endorse candidates.