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Trump endorses former MLB star Mark Teixeira in Texas race: ‘Total winner’

Mark Teixeira, endorsed by Trump, pledges to uphold MAGA policies and support ICE after recent shootings while running for Texas's 21st Congressional District seat.

  • On Wednesday, President Donald Trump endorsed Mark Teixeira for Texas's 21st Congressional District, a message Teixeira shared on Truth Social.
  • Teixeira launched his campaign on Aug. 28 to replace Rep. Chip Roy, who is running for Texas Attorney General, and now lives in the Austin area.
  • Teixeira said he had an excellent phone call with the President and thanked him, expressing excitement about joining the team on X/Twitter.
  • His campaign has aligned with Trump's MAGA policies, recently backing ICE after two deadly Minneapolis shootings and praising the President's economic efforts.
  • Teixeira's MLB career— including 409 home runs— boosts his national profile after his 14-year career.
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nj broke the news in New Jersey, United States on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
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