In Major Upset, Nathan Johnson Takes Texas Attorney General’s Office for Democrats

In major upset, Nathan Johnson takes Texas attorney general’s office for Democrats

In a stunning upset with repercussions across the national legal landscape, Democrat Nathan Johnson claimed victory in the race to be Texas’ next top lawyer.Jo

Nathan Johnson wins Texas attorney general’s office in big upset

Johnson beat Mayes Middleton to become the first Democrat to lead the powerful state agency in almost 30 years.

LIVE RESULTS: Texas Attorney General Race 2026

Polls have closed across Texas as voters decide the race for Texas Attorney General, setting the stage for the state’s top legal officer. Qualified candidates on the ballot include Republican Mayes Middleton, Democrat Nathan M. Johnson, and Libertarian Tom Oxford.

SEAT FLIPPED: DAGA Celebrates Texas AG-Elect Nathan Johnson’s Victory Over MAGA Middleton

WASHINGTON, DC – The Democratic Attorneys General Association (DAGA) is celebrating Texas Attorney General-Elect Nathan Johnson’s election victory, flipping Texas’ AG seat and defeating MAGA Mayes Middleton. AG-elect Johnson will be the first Democrat to serve as Texas AG in nearly three decades. Statement from Lottie Ash, DAGA Political Director: “After years of AGs who […]