Former New York Yankee Mark Teixeira has launched his campaign for Texas’ 21st Congressional District this week.
Tex became one of the first Republicans to declare for the Central Texas district since the incumbent, Rep. Chip Roy, announced he would give up the seat to run for attorney general.
The former slugging first baseman took to social media to make the announcement saying, “As a lifelong conservative who loves this country, I’m ready to fight for the principles that make Texas strong and America exceptional,” Teixeira said in a statement. “It takes teamwork to win, and I’m ready to help defend President Trump’s America First agenda, Texas families, and individual liberty.”
Teixeira vowed to increase border security and cut government spending. The 2009 World Series champ shows his support for Governor Abbott and President Donald Trump and donated the maximum political donation to Roy’s 2021 campaign.
Roy and Trump won 21st District in 2024 easily.
Tex received some immediate support on social media from ex player, and Texan, Jonathan Lucroy who went to X to say, "Here we go Tex. Get It!"
Not long after his announcement he wrote "Blow away by the incredible response to our campaign launch".
It wasn't all positive though as others noted how if he wins the Democrats will have no chance in the Congressional Baseball game.