Mayes Middleton
About
David Mayes Middleton II is a Republican Texas state senator representing Senate District 11, first taking office in January 2023 after serving two terms in the Texas House (2019–2023). He is an oil and gas businessman, attorney, and president of Middleton Oil Company, and he has also run ranching, cattle, and farming operations. He earned a B.A. in finance and a J.D. from the University of Texas at Austin and has been licensed to practice law since 2008. He is running for Texas Attorney General in the 2026 election cycle.
Latest News
May 22, 2026 Mayes Middleton Self-Funds $17 Million in Texas AG Runoff
Mayes Middleton has self-funded $17 million in his Texas AG bid, advancing to a May 26 runoff against Chip Roy after 39.2% in the March primary.
May 15, 2026 Mayes Middleton Leads Chip Roy 48%-39% in Texas AG Runoff
Mayes Middleton leads Chip Roy 48%-39% in the latest poll ahead of the May 26 Texas AG Republican runoff, backed by Dan Patrick's endorsement.
May 7, 2026 Mayes Middleton Holds 158K-Vote Lead Over Chip Roy in AG
Mayes Middleton leads Chip Roy by 158K votes into May 26 Texas AG runoff. Endorsements and forum clashes tilt toward Middleton to replace Paxton.
