Mark Teixeira enters Texas Congressional race
- Mark Teixeira announced his candidacy for a U.S. House seat in Texas.
- He is a former MLB player with a successful career and notable achievements.
- Teixeira aims to promote conservative principles and support Trump's agenda.
On August 28, 2025, Mark Teixeira, a former Major League Baseball player, declared his intention to run for an open U.S. House seat in Texas. The district he aims to represent includes parts of Austin and San Antonio. His announcement came as Republican Representative Chip Roy is vacating the seat to pursue a run for Texas attorney general. Teixeira, known for his tenure as a first baseman, emphasized his conservative values and commitment to President Donald Trump’s policies in his campaign statement, supporting key issues such as border security, economic growth, and individual liberties. This move marks Teixeira’s first venture into political office after a successful 14-year baseball career, during which he achieved significant accolades, including three All-Star selections and a World Series title with the Yankees in 2009. Teixeira expressed his deep connection to Texas, stating that raising his family in the state has been one of the greatest blessings of his life, and now he feels called to serve and uphold the conservative principles he believes have made Texas exceptional. His candidacy adds a notable figure to the political landscape, particularly in a district seen as strongly Republican, where he aims to rally support and build a campaign focused on family values and American exceptionalism.