Chip Roy has already pledged to take Plyler v Doe back to the Supreme Court with the intent of having it overturned – based on the burdensome cost to Texas taxpayers.  Without Plyler, states would be free to bar undocumented children from enrolling in public schools and require immigration-status documentation as a condition of enrollment. Roy has also committed to reinvigorate the defunct Open Government Division of the Attorney General’s office to help citizens fight public corruption at the local level.

Roy’s background reflects a deep understanding of the legal and constitutional responsibilities of the Attorney General’s office. As a former federal prosecutor, he gained firsthand experience applying the law with integrity and ensuring that justice is administered fairly. His service as First Assistant Attorney General of Texas further strengthened his command of the office’s mission, giving him direct insight into the legal, administrative, and strategic demands of protecting the state’s interests. He knows the office inside and out.  He’s ready to serve on Day One.

As a leading member of the US Congressional Freedom Caucus, Roy has built a reputation as a principled defender of constitutional governance. He has been a leading voice on issues central to the Attorney General’s role: securing the border, fighting for election integrity for America citizens, enforcing the law without political favoritism, and holding federal agencies accountable when they exceed their authority. His work challenging unlawful executive actions and advocating for stronger border enforcement demonstrates a clear commitment to safeguarding Texas communities and upholding the sovereignty of the state. 

As Attorney General, Chip Roy will bring a disciplined, no‑nonsense approach to the office—one grounded in the belief that the law must be applied consistently, transparently, and without fear or favor. He has long championed the rights of Texans to make decisions for their families, businesses, and communities without interference from Washington. His record shows a willingness to take on powerful institutions when they threaten those rights, whether through regulatory overreach, unconstitutional mandates, or failures to secure the border.

The 89^th Legislative Session continued the unhealthy pattern of wild spending to fund government growth and corporate welfare instead of sending the surplus back to Texans. 

Out of a $52 Billion Surplus, the legislature granted a measly $6.6 Billion in tax relief.  This surplus comes from oil and natural gas production tax revenues that exceed a baseline set in 1987, plus unencumbered (not earmarked) General Revenue.  It is called the Rainy Day Fund or Economic Stabilization Fund (ESF).

According to Texas Policy Research (and state budget documents), state spending has grown 27.4% in the last four years. The 2026–27 budget is the largest in state history – reaching $338.5 billion. Regulatory spending alone increased 800%! 

The Governors of Arkansas and Florida keep limited government at the policy and legislative forefront. We don’t hear or see any of that in Texas. It’s just the opposite.

The SOLUTION: Turned loose to “DOGE” Texas government, Huffines can and will set a course-correcting standard. Many of us believe that with a Texas budget that dwarfs fraud-riddled Minnesota’s, there’s plenty of fraud and waste to find!

Huffines will put a bright spotlight on the creative bookkeeping and accounting gimmicks that keep state spending murky.  He’s got the knowhow and the guts to push Texas toward responsible spending.

Don is uniquely qualified for the office of Comptroller. He doesn’t need the job and he’s pledged not to take a salary or retirement benefits. In fact, it will cost Don millions in personal earnings to take on this mission, but his honed and proven free market executive management skills, business success, and decades of focus on over-taxation issues are desperately needed in Texas.

Don Huffines loves Texas so much that he’s stepped up to Make Limited Government Great Again in Texas.  We can’t wait to see him do it. 

Summary of Campaign‑Related Accusations Against Jim Wright

1. Claims about donating to Democrats
Political opponents and commentators highlight that Jim Wright made political donations to Democratic candidates, framing this as evidence that he is insufficiently aligned with Republican voters.  Truth is – you would be surprised at the number of high-flying Republicans who do the same AND who fund big anti-taxpayer bond elections around the state (violating the Republican Party of Texas Platform).  If this a measuring stick for Wright – it should be a standard for all. Should that include President Trump? We think NOT! See what Trump has to say about his record of giving to Democrats.

Wright’s contributions from 2009 – 2015 redate his 2020 election to the Texas Railroad Commission. We find no contributions since 2015 – ten years ago.  Wright says his past contributions were never about party loyalty; they were about “protecting the oil and gas industry and supporting people I trusted. President Trump did the same thing for years. When you’re in business, you work with whoever is in power to protect jobs, keep regulations reasonable, and make sure American energy stays strong. That’s not political — that’s practical.”

2. Criticism over conflicts of interest
Opponents use Wright’s business ties to oil‑field waste companies as a campaign issue, suggesting he is too close to the industry he regulates.  In fact, Wright recently recused himself from a vote involving Eagleford Recycling LLC, a company to which he has financial ties. No ethics charges have ever been filed against RR Commissioner Wright.

3. Claims that DEI spending under Wright is sky-high, even higher than liberal universities and that Commissioners Wayne Christian and Christi Craddick have allowed it
The Claim: The Railroad Commission spends nearly 45% of all spending on DEI. In FY 2023, RRC ranked 41st in the state in HUB spending, but in FY 2025, the RRC ranked 9th.

We find this claim to be false.  First, the RRC is compelled to follow the law until the law is changed OR the Governor issues a lawful executive order!  Governor Abbott’s Executive Order GA-55 was issued on January 31, 2025.

We received confirmation that the RRC’s new VetHub policies per the Governor’s EO GA-55 (adopted by the RRC per TAC title 34 part 1, chapter 20, subchapter D, and Government code title 10 subtitle D, chapter 2161, subchapter A) ensures the RRC aligns with the Governor’s “color blind” directive.  Link to the new VetHUB policy that state agencies use for compliance with EO GA-55: Veteran Heroes United in Business (VetHUB)

Further statistics proving the claim to be false:

The referenced report claiming DEI spending actually comes from the Comptroller’s office and only looks at an agency’s HUB-eligible expenditures, NOT its full budget. Keep in mind also that HUB – a state program – was just restructured in December 2025 by the Comptroller’s Office.  This means that all contracts BEFORE the restructuring had to comply with the State’s original HUB rules.

Using FY 2024 (before the Governor’s EO) as an example, the RRC’s operating budget was approximately $240 million.  Of that total, only $23.4 million was identified as HUB-eligible expenditures. Of that $23.4 million, the RRC spent $10 million (43% of eligible expenditures) on HUB contracts. 

When you consider the RRC’s FY 2024 budget of $240 million, only 4.1% went to legal HUBs.  (allegation overstates the figure by a factor of 10) In fact, less than 10% of the budget ($23.4 million) was even eligible for HUB spending. FY 2023 – $8,772,101 was spent in HUB-qualified spending, out of the $137,000,000 budget (9.31% of the overall budget)

FY 2022 – $7,533,000 was spent in HUB-qualified spending, out of the $145,000,000 budget (11% of the overall budget).

4. Claims the RRC has a fleet of “Chinese Spy Drones.”
This claim is wildly distorted and misleading.

Fact: Our research reveals the only division at the RRC that regularly uses drones is the Surface Mining Division (coal and lignite mines).  All of their drones are compliant with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).  These drones are quite expensive (15-20k per drone).

The Oil and Gas Division has a total of 8 drones, which cost $3-5k per drone, and they are Chinese built.  It is our understanding that the vast majority of drones produced over the last decade have been Chinese made.  That said, the RRC has been given a waiver by the Governor’s Office to use those drones.  However, there is no legislation that allows drones to be used in oil and gas inspection activities.  Therefore, the only time these particular drones get used is in emergency situations.  There are other activities in which drones will be helpful in the future, including looking for wellbores.

5. Claims the Railroad Commission, including Commissioner Wayne Christian and Christi Craddick, are allowing our foreign adversaries to massively expand their hold on Texas oil – letting them take over 100,00 acres of Texas land
We spoke to Commissioner Wayne Christian directly about this.  He agreed that SB 17, which went into effect on 9/1/2025, grants authority to the Attorney General, not the Railroad Commission, to investigate and prosecute individuals or corporations that are violating SB 17. 

Our research indicates the cited companies and activities in the allegations were occurring well before SB 17 was enacted and became effective. 

Just because certain companies are “active” in Texas does not necessarily make it a violation.  The prohibition is against real property ownership; not operations.  If the Texas Legislature believes these operations should be clawed back, they will need to figure out how to lawfully nullify existing contracts.

Additionally, if Texas is going to restrict foreign ownership of gas stations, that will need to be spelled out in the law, which is a constitutional duty of the legislative branch.  The Railroad Commission cannot make law or suspend law and it surely has no authority to nullify existing contracts or pick and choose who can own gas stations.

6. Claims the Railroad Commissioners (Wright, Christian, Craddick) support a billion dollar tax on the oil and gas industry.
Not true. First, a bill creating such a tax would need to be passed by the legislature and either signed into law by the Governor or allowed to become law without his signature. Some are wrongly conflating this claim with a bill Sen. Hughes filed to charge a 20 cent fee on out of state water injected in Texas. The Hughes bill never got a hearing and there was no House companion. The idea behind it was to stop states, like New Mexico, from unfairly dumping their produced water on Texas while having banned disposal in their own state. The purpose is to protect Texas. The truth is—none of the Railroad Commissioners support a billion dollar tax on the oil and gas industry and we found no evidence they ever have.

Documented first-term accomplishments

1. Built New Subsurface Oversight Capacity (Seismicity & Over-Pressurization)

• Personally fought for funding to create a four-person Subsurface Investigative Unit within the Environmental Permitting Division.
• Unit focuses on over-pressurization, induced seismicity, and subsurface risk, strengthening Texas’s technical capacity to investigate and respond to complex injection-related events. 

2. Drove Orphan Well Reform & Federal Grant Accountability

• Elevated orphan wells as a top environmental and taxpayer priority.
• Traveled to Washington, D.C. to testify before Congress advocating reforms to the federal orphan well grant program to reduce unnecessary costs and regulatory inefficiencies imposed by federal agencies.
• Championed efficient use of state and federal funds to maximize wells plugged per dollar.

3. Led Texas’s Shift Toward Produced Water Beneficial Reuse

• Championed creation of the produced water recycling and beneficial reuse pilot framework, allowing treated produced water to be evaluated as a resource rather than solely a waste stream.
• Personally elevated the issue publicly, framing reuse as a win for water security, energy production, and environmental protection, while insisting on pilot-based, science-driven safeguards.

4. Modernized Oilfield Waste Regulation (Rule 8 → Chapter 4)

• Advanced the comprehensive overhaul of Statewide Rule 8, transitioning it into new Chapter 4, updating decades-old oilfield waste, recycling, and disposal rules.
• Focused on clarity, enforceability, and alignment with modern operations while strengthening environmental protections.

5. Established Seismicity Industry Working Group

• Created and led a Permian Basin seismicity working group composed of RRC staff, seismologists, and operators.
• Shifted the Commission toward a fact-based, data-driven approach, emphasizing not just what data is needed, but how and when it should be provided to avoid unnecessary regulatory burdens. 

6. Advocated for Texas Control (not DC) of Carbon Capture (Class VI Primacy)

• Actively engaged with EPA officials to support Texas obtaining Class VI primacy for carbon capture and sequestration.  Why did the RRC do this? So that Texas could manage this – not DC!
• Emphasized that Texas expertise, geology, and regulators are best positioned to manage CCS projects safely and efficiently.  These applications should be approved in Texas, NOT Washington D.C!
• The EPA under the director of Lee Zeldin did not repeal carbon capture sequestration last week. However, the EPA did move to repeal the “endangerment finding,” which is the legal basis for regulating greenhouse‑gas emissions. That’s a major climate‑policy shift, but it is different from repealing carbon sequestration!
• Until this is repealed – the federal taxpayer-funded subsidies are in place and companies are taking advantage of them. The Texas Railroad Commission now regulates hydrogen storage and carbon‑dioxide injection as companies pursue new energy technologies and federal incentives for carbon capture. Oil companies are expanding natural‑gas delivery to data centers and building facilities to inject CO₂ underground to cut air pollution. The Railroad Commission will regulate these developments – not the federal government – until the Trump Administration unwinds the carbon credits and other nonsense.

7. Promoted Infrastructure-Based Solutions to Reduce Waste

• Championed pipeline take-away capacity and market access as tools to reduce flaring and resource waste.
• Explored innovative solutions such as reuse of abandoned pipeline corridors to minimize landowner impacts while expanding infrastructure. 

8. Advanced Law-and-Order Through Petroleum Theft Enforcement

• Leads the STOP Theft Task Force, created by the Legislature to address organized petroleum theft.
• Focused on protecting producers, landowners, and state tax revenues, and delivering recommendations to lawmakers and law enforcement. 

9. Strengthened Enforcement Culture & Regulatory Credibility

• Emphasized consistent, even-handed enforcement targeting bad actors rather than compliant operators.
• Reinforced public trust through transparency, predictability, and respect for the rule of law. 

10. Represented Texas at the Interstate Oil and Gas Compact Commission
Chairman Wright serves as the Governor’s official Representative of Texas at all IOGCC meetings and also serves on both the Steering Committee and Resolutions Committee.  Wright regularly states, “All crude should flow through Texas.”  By this, he means that Texas should be setting world oil prices and supply, NOT OPEC. 

With decades of real‑world business experience, deep roots in our communities, and a record of hands‑on grassroots Republican leadership, Rhonda will be the vocal, accessible, and relentless advocate East Texans deserve. She’s committed to cutting property taxes, protecting our water, defending public safety, tackling skyrocketing insurance costs, and making Texas a “brighter, deeper red” model for national conservative leadership. It’s time for Texas to lead!  Rhonda Ward doesn’t just talk about Texas values — she’s lived them her entire life. That’s why we’re proud to stand with her for Texas Senate District 3.

She’s fought to protect children from WOKE and porn, to secure your ballot from illegal voters, and to protect your wallet from GOP establishment big spending and their lobbyists.  Promoting this “Texas Tough” lady to the State House means we will gain a big voice for families, independent farmers, ranchers, and small businesses.  Liz listens to her community — she’ll fight sharia and any political ideology that undermines our US and Texas Constitutions.  Elect a Texas First, Citizen First Conservative — Liz Case!

His background isn’t theoretical or academic; he’s been in the arena, working inside the Attorney General’s Office for a decade and helping drive some of the most consequential legal efforts in Texas.

We look for judicial candidates who respect the Constitution and will apply the law faithfully, without bending to political pressure or activist trends. Smith has made that commitment central to his platform. He’s been clear about his belief in a restrained, conservative judicial philosophy, and his record shows he’s willing to defend it.

Smith’s experience isn’t limited to courtroom work — he’s been directly involved in shaping legislation that affects Texans’ safety and freedoms. He helped craft the law banning sanctuary cities, worked on bills targeting human trafficking, and supported protections for religious liberty. Those aren’t abstract talking points; they’re concrete contributions that reflect his priorities and his understanding of how the law impacts real people.

And when it comes to issues like election integrity, he hasn’t just talked about it — he’s taken part in the legal work surrounding it. That tells us he’s serious about upholding the rule of law in every context, including the processes that keep our representative republic functioning.

At a moment when the Court of Criminal Appeals plays a crucial role in safeguarding both public safety and constitutional rights, Texans need someone who has already demonstrated conviction, experience, and a willingness to take on tough fights. Thomas Smith’s platform makes it clear where he stands and what kind of judge he intends to be. Thomas Smith will be an asset to the Court of Criminal Appeals.

He believes this is essential to restoring consistency and predictability in criminal appeals.

Current Court Delays & Commitment to Faster Case Resolution:  The Court of Criminal Appeals has taken over 500 days on average to review lower‑court decisions—delays he calls unacceptable for both victims and defendants. He will push for more timely decisions.

Extensive Prosecutorial & State-Level Legal Experience: Messinger has served as General Counsel in the Office of the State Prosecuting Attorney since 2010, giving him deep experience with statewide criminal appeals. He also previously worked as a prosecutor and holds a law degree from Baylor Law School. Messinger’s long-term experience in criminal law—especially appellate-level work—makes him the right choice to continue to reform this Court.

Focus on Public Integrity & Consistency in Court Decisions: Messinger makes a compelling case that CCA opinions have “ignored or conflicted with applicable law” and that the court needs to return to consistent, predictable rulings.

Clear Law‑Enforcement Orientation:  Messinger frames justice as inseparable from high quality law enforcement and believes courts need to return to law‑and‑order principles to stop the unraveling of our nation.

Her deep ties to Smith County and her record of service in preserving conservative values make her uniquely prepared to serve as our next Precinct 2 Commissioner.

What sets Catherine apart is her genuine heart for service. She is not running out of ambition; she is stepping forward because she believes Smith County is in trouble.  Just one example – failure of the Smith County Commissioners Court to deliver on 2017 and 2021 Road Bond promises made to taxpayers.  (All residents of Smith County – even those living inside city limits – pay for these road bonds in their property taxes.) The Commissioners Court’s year-long inaction to tackle the issues Grassroots America raised about unfinished road bond projects and numerous discrepancies we discovered in the County’s road project documents resulted in Grassroots America’s call for a forensic and compliance audit of this embarrassing matter and numerous others. Source

Catherine Roots won’t be a rubberstamp for special interests who prioritize sexy, shiny, costly  pet projects over the basic duties of county government  – like better county roads, true transparency, and books that balance! She is job ready to make a difference on Day One!

We believe Smith County citizens need and want leaders with integrity, transparency, and conservative values who will actually get the job done!  Catherine listens. She engages. She works tirelessly. And she has a record of bringing a steady, principled voice to the issues that matter most to our community.

Catherine Roots emphasizes the importance of county officials maintaining regular, open communication with residents in the form of community meetings. She believes local government should be hyper-focused on its responsiveness to the people it serves. Her belief that every tax dollar should be treated with respect reflects the priorities of Smith County families and businesses.

Catherine’s background as a self‑employed business owner gives her a practical understanding of budgeting, efficiency, and the challenges facing working families. She knows how to make tough decisions, eliminate waste, and prioritize what truly matters.

Catherine Root’s selfless record of service, her unwavering principles, Citizen-First mindset, and her passion for cleaning up Smith County make her a proven leader worthy of our strongest support.

His is a simple but powerful pledge — to bring fairness, accessibility, and principled leadership to the Justice Court. He is committed to clearing the backlogged cases in this court and having office hours that prioritize the best service to the people.

We were shocked by incumbent Dunklin’s claims against Shawn Scott that are demonstrably untrue, immaterial, and purposefully deceptive. Once upon a time Andy Dunklin would never have done such a thing.

Dunklin Claim #1: Dunklin’s 18 years of service to Precinct 2 is superior to the 13 months Shawn Scott served as an appointed interim Constable when the elected constable was removed from office.  The 18 years means just that – Dunklin has served 18 years, part of that time as a Constable – followed by Justice of the Peace.  This isn’t a lifetime appointment.  Competition is good.

Dunklin Claim #2: Dunklin’s 8 years of judicial experience vs 0.  Challenger Shawn Scott has no experience in the Justice Court just like Dunklin had no experience 8 years ago. This job does not require previous judicial experience nor a law degree. The State of Texas provides all the training needed to serve as a Justice of the Peace.

Dunklin Claim #3: Shawn Scott has had six employers in the last 6 years is a purposefully deceptive slur. The untruth cites Round Rock PD, Summit Security, RIOT, Smith County Constable, Chapel Hill ISD, Tyler Jr. College.  The FACTS show:

• Shawn honorably retired from the Round Rock Police Department after over 20 years of decorated service. He was a highly decorated detective who investigated violent crimes and was assigned to the FBI Austin Resident Agency for most of his career.
• Upon retirement, he served with Summit Off Duty Services, which collaborates with law enforcement officers nationwide to facilitate off-duty employment processes. Shawn served as Director of Operations at Summit Off Duty Services (founded by retired Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office Captain, Chris White), which enabled Mr. Scott to return to Tyler to be closer to his family.
• In 2012, Shawn co-founded Robbery Investigators of Texas (RIOT), which hosts the National Law Enforcement and Corporate Crimes Convention, recognized as the nation’s most prestigious law enforcement and corporate security training event. He’s led RIOT for the past 13 years as the executive director WHILE holding full-time employment.
• Shawn Scott served as the appointed interim Smith County Precinct 2 Constable when the elected constable was removed from office. Scott stated at the time that he had no intention of running for Constable. In those 13 months of service, Mr. Scott purchased critical equipment at no additional cost to taxpayers, established mission and vision statements, implemented written policies and procedures, and restored community trust in the office.
• When Chapel Hill ISD needed leadership to meet state mandates following the Uvalde tragedy, Shawn Scott answered the call as their Chief of Police.
• Shawn Scott earned a master’s degree from Sam Houston State University and thus has the credentials to serve as an Adjunct Professor of Criminal Justice at his alma mater – Tyler Junior College (TJC) since 2021. He teaches when his schedule permits.

Dunklin Claim #4: Dunklin’s 200+ hours of judicial continued training education vs Scott’s 0 hours.  This is a non-issue. Only judicial officials have this training.  JP Dunklin had ZERO hours when first elected.  If having no prior courtroom experience was indeed a disqualifier, the Texas Legislature would mandate a law degree or judicial training to run for JP!

Dunklin Claim #5: Dunklin’s 10,000+ lawsuit cases ruled over vs 0 for Scott. Again, ZERO is the number Andy Dunklin started with when he was elected JP. This is NOT a disqualifier for the office or the Legislature would require prior experience to run for the office of JP!

Dunklin Claim #6: Dunklin’s 18 annual budgets submitted to and approved by the Smith County Commissioners Court vs Scott’s 1.  This simply indicates that Dunklin has been an elected official for 18 years, thus 18 budgets.  Shawn Scott served as an interim official for 13 months, which included a single fiscal year budget.  Mr. Scott has plenty of budgetary experience and we believe he knows how to run that office more efficiently – clearing backlogged cases and keeping better office hours for the taxpayers.  Mr. Scott has also pledged publicly that he won’t ask for an $8,000 raise, which public records show was a matter of interest for JP Dunklin in 2025.  He received the raise.

Dunklin Claim #7: Dunklin sets high bail bonds on violent criminals and Shawn Scott does not. Shawn Scott is not in the role of setting bonds; however, with his 30 years of law enforcement experience, we are certain Shawn Scott will prioritize protecting citizens as a Justice of the Peace who magistrates at the jail.

Dunklin Claim #8: Dunklin is trusted by ALL other judges in Smith County and Shawn Scott is not. Is every single elected judge in Smith County on public record NOT trusting Shawn Scott?  We haven’t seen that.  We looked.

With 30 years of distinguished law enforcement experience, Shawn’s life is defined by professionalism and steady judgment. His background demonstrates not only technical expertise but also the executive leadership required to manage a high‑volume court with efficiency and transparency. His record shows a consistent ability to make difficult decisions grounded in facts, compassion, and respect for the law.

Shawn’s conservative Christian worldview guides his commitment to ensuring that every individual—regardless of background or resources—is treated with fairness and dignity. We believe he will apply the law consistently and impartially. We believe it’s time for a change in JP 2. Shawn Scott has our full support.

Mr. Stowers’ background, values, citizen-first mindset, respect for taxpayers, and his lifelong commitment to service makes him our choice for this important role.

What stands out most is Kyle’s clear message—he is not a typical politician. He describes himself simply as a lawman who wants to do what is right for the community. His commitment to maintaining stability in Precinct 3 as Judge James Meredith retires demonstrates both respect for the office and a desire to ensure continuity for local residents. Stowers displays professionalism, knowledge of laws applicable to the court, knowledge of court staff, and a willingness to set flexible court hours to best serve citizens.

Kyle identifies as a Christian Conservative, and he is transparent about his convictions—including being strongly pro‑life and pro‑Second Amendment. His willingness to communicate directly with voters and answer questions about his qualifications shows a level of accessibility and accountability that many residents value in a Justice of the Peace.

Highly regarded in his community, Kyle’s background, values, and lifelong commitment to service make him a compelling choice for this important role. We appreciate the character and integrity displayed by all three of the Republican candidates in this race.  To date, we have found no deception or unnecessary mudslinging in this race, which speaks highly of the men involved.