Join us for a discussion with Aaron Reitz, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, former federal official, and 2026 Republican candidate for Texas Attorney General. Drawing on his extensive legal and public service background—from the frontlines in Afghanistan to senior roles in the Department of Justice and Texas Attorney General’s office—Reitz will share insights on his vision for the state’s top legal office.
Aaron Reitz (R)
Aaron Reitz is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, attorney, and former senior official at both the U.S. Department of Justice and the Texas Attorney General’s office. He has built a career at the intersection of law, policy, and public service, combining military discipline with legal expertise and leadership in government.
Throughout his career, Reitz has overseen complex litigation, advised on high-profile legal questions, and managed teams addressing issues with national and state impact. As Deputy Attorney General for Legal Strategy in Texas and later as Assistant Attorney General in Washington, he gained hands-on experience with the challenges of safeguarding state and federal interests. His service as Chief of Staff to Senator Ted Cruz further deepened his understanding of legislative strategy and constituent advocacy, sharpening his ability to connect legal principles with real-world outcomes.
Now running for Texas Attorney General in 2026, Reitz is building his campaign on a foundation of legal experience, public service, and conservative principles. Drawing on his leadership in the Marines and his record in government, he presents himself as a candidate prepared to guide the state’s top legal office with integrity, discipline, and a clear vision for Texas’s future.