What’s on the ballot for Fort Worth.

James Talarico prioritizes combating corruption in politics, reducing living costs, and improving public education. He is a Democratic state representative, previously a middle school teacher, and has received multiple endorsements including from the Houston Chronicle.

John Cornyn prioritizes border security, tax cuts, and conservative judicial appointments. He is a four-term Republican senator and former Texas attorney general, highlighting extensive legal and legislative experience.

Jasmine Crockett prioritizes expanding voter participation, economic justice, and reproductive rights, leveraging her experience as a U.S. Representative and public defender. She is endorsed by multiple organizations, including the Congressional Black Caucus PAC.

Ken Paxton prioritizes immigration enforcement, anti-abortion measures, and gun rights while serving as Texas Attorney General since 2015. He emphasizes a conservative stance against the D.C. establishment.

Wesley Hunt prioritizes border security, energy independence, and fiscal responsibility, leveraging experience as a U.S. Representative and former Army Apache pilot. He has notable endorsements from Allen West and conservative organizations.

Sara Canady prioritizes economic nationalism, advocating for reciprocal tariffs and energy dominance. She is a retired Wilson County justice of the peace, emphasizing conservative values and strong border security.

Gulrez Khan prioritizes healthcare reform, particularly for rural hospitals, and supports an "America First" trade policy with reciprocal tariffs. He has experience as the co-owner of a healthcare company serving underserved communities.

Ahmad Hassan is an Egyptian-American real estate broker and owner of a mortgage company in Katy, Texas. He prioritizes lowering healthcare costs, improving affordability, and supporting small businesses.

Virgil Bierschwale prioritizes job creation for Texans and strict border security, advocating against offshoring and H-1B visa programs. He has experience as a housekeeping aid at the VA and runs a jobs-focused blog.

Anna Bender prioritizes abolishing legalized abortion, promoting a proposed 28th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, and advocating for limited government. She is currently an IT analyst and a Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate in Texas.

John Adefope's policy priorities are not specified in available materials. He is a Republican candidate running for the U.S. Senate in Texas and currently works as a consultant and school transportation staff.

Craig Goldman prioritizes border security, tax cuts, and national defense, leveraging his experience as a former Texas House Republican Caucus Chair. He has received endorsements from notable figures like Governor Greg Abbott.

Angela Prilliman prioritizes Medicare for All-style universal healthcare, affordable childcare, and robust campaign finance reform. She is an entrepreneur and founder of Lacquerbar, advocating for progressive policies in Texas.

Kenneth Morgan-Aguilera prioritizes universal healthcare, affordable housing, and raising the minimum wage to $20/hour, leveraging his experience as executive director of Dental Health Arlington. He has been endorsed by the Fort Worth Star-Telegram Editorial Board.

Beth Van Duyne prioritizes border security, healthcare cost reduction, infrastructure growth, and fiscal restraint. She currently serves as a U.S. Representative and previously was the mayor of Irving, Texas.

Kevin Burge prioritizes Medicare for All, affordable housing, and education reform, leveraging his experience as an IT security specialist and U.S. Marine Corps veteran. He is endorsed by several local labor organizations.

T.J. Ware prioritizes government integrity and anti-corruption reforms, including the Truth-in-Government Act. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran, he is also an entrepreneur and founder of Paradise Claims.

Jon Buchwald is a Democratic candidate for Texas's 24th Congressional District, prioritizing SMART Government principles, healthcare as a human right, and economic initiatives to rebuild the middle class. He currently serves as VP of Sales & Marketing at XGR Technologies and teaches at SMU and UT Dallas.

Brandon Gill prioritizes immigration enforcement, economic recovery, and energy independence. A former investment banker and media founder, he currently serves as the U.S. Representative for Texas's 26th District.

Ernest Lineberger is a Democratic candidate running for Texas' 26th Congressional District. His priorities include affordable healthcare, economic growth for workers, and comprehensive immigration reform. He currently works as an industrial engineering professional at Texas Instruments and is a retired U.S. Navy officer.

Steven Shook prioritizes affordable healthcare, protection of Social Security and Medicare, and public safety, while serving as a nurse practitioner at The Lung & Sleep Center of North Texas.

Robert Chick prioritizes housing affordability by banning foreign and domestic businesses from purchasing single-family homes and advocating for first-time homeowner incentives. He is the managing director of Waypoint Recruitment and Staffing, focusing on healthcare recruitment.

Julie Johnson is a Democratic U.S. Representative in Texas's 32nd District, running for the 33rd District. Her priorities include protecting the Affordable Care Act, lowering drug costs, and advocating for reproductive and LGBTQ rights. Johnson has a strong legal background as an attorney focusing on workers' rights and has been endorsed by multiple organizations, including EMILYs List.

Zeeshan Hafeez is a candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in Texas's 33rd District, emphasizing a progressive platform that includes a $20 minimum wage, Medicare for All, and abolishing ICE. He is currently the Community Outreach Director at DFW Refugee Outreach Services.

Colin Allred prioritizes lowering costs for working families, implementing an anti-corruption plan, and promoting comprehensive immigration reform. He is a former U.S. Representative (TX-32) and civil rights attorney.

Carlos Quintanilla prioritizes healthcare access, immigration reform, and raising the federal minimum wage to $20/hour. He is a small business owner and community activist leading efforts on immigrant rights and education.

Monte Mitchell prioritizes healthcare reform, economic revitalization, and immigration reform, leveraging his experience as a physician and attorney. He is endorsed by the True Texas Project.

John Sims prioritizes immigration reform through the “Earned American Roots Act," gun rights with the “Shall Not Be Infringed Act,” and veterans’ healthcare enhancements via the “VETS Act.” He has a background as a field service engineer and is a former firefighter/EMT.

Patrick Gillespie prioritizes strict border security, opposition to "woke" policies, and fiscal restraint, drawing on his experience as a customs brokerage entry writer at UPS Supply Chain Solutions.

Kurt Schwab prioritizes border security, crime reduction, veterans' healthcare, and fiscal restraint. He is a U.S. Air Force veteran and the founder of a veterans nonprofit.

Danny Minton prioritizes universal or single-payer healthcare, strengthening public education while opposing school vouchers, and compassionate immigration reform. He has extensive experience as a medical sales representative and over 25 years in journalism.

Jake Ellzey prioritizes border security, energy independence, and support for veterans. He serves as a U.S. Representative and is a retired Navy fighter pilot with a history in the Texas House.

James Buford is a Republican pastor and small-business owner with over 30 years of community leadership. His priorities include border security, downsizing the federal government, and defending parental rights and free speech.

Brian Stahl prioritizes taxes and fiscal responsibility, border security, public safety, and infrastructure development. He has served as Mayor of Covington, Texas, and as a DHS Task Force Officer, leveraging over 20 years in law enforcement.

Gina Hinojosa prioritizes expanding affordable health care, significantly increasing public school funding, and combating corporate influence in state contracts. She serves as a state representative and has a background in civil rights law.

Greg Abbott is a three-term Republican governor of Texas, emphasizing property tax cuts, border security through Operation Lone Star, expansive school choice, and conservative values on social issues. He has served as state attorney general and Texas Supreme Court justice.

Patricia Abrego prioritizes education technology and distance education, drawing on her experience as the Director of Academic Technology at Texas A&M International University. Currently, she has no publicly stated policy positions.

Ronnie Tullos prioritizes government accountability, property tax relief, border security, and education funding. He currently serves as a Captain in the San Jacinto County Sheriff’s Office.

Chris Bell prioritizes public education, opposing private school vouchers, and aims to enhance affordability and curb government corruption. He is a former U.S. Representative and practices law in Texas.

Jose Balbuena prioritizes tax justice with a proposed $100,000 standard deduction, early college education reforms, and robust tenant protections against AI-driven housing discrimination. He is a self-employed tax strategist and small-business owner.

Policy priorities not specified in available materials. Evelyn Brooks is affiliated with the Republican Party and is running for Texas Governor.

Mark Goloby prioritizes tax relief and education transparency, advocating for a 1% sales tax cut and making the Texas education commissioner an elected position. He is the founder of TC Technologies, focusing on oil-and-gas technology.

Nathaniel Welch is a Republican businessman running for Texas Governor in the 2026 primary. He has no prior elected experience, and no specific policy priorities or endorsements are documented.

Bob Achgill prioritizes protecting children and families, economic justice by addressing monopolies, and securing water and infrastructure in Texas. He is a mechanical engineer and literacy researcher, running an informational campaign.

Pete Chambers is a Republican and retired Special Forces Green Beret, focusing his campaign on securing the Texas border, abolishing property taxes, promoting medical freedom, and enhancing energy and water security.

Charles Crouch prioritizes aggressive border security, educational restructuring focusing on spiritual and critical thinking, and the elimination of property taxes. He is a former Navy SEAL and currently runs a character-assessment business.

Carlton Hart is a Democratic candidate for Texas Governor, with no publicly stated policy priorities or campaign platform available. He is a retired events specialist from Houston.

Arturo Espinosa is a Republican candidate for Texas Governor in the 2026 primary. He emphasizes global unity, abolition of all taxes, and creating a levitating train for transportation. Espinosa has experience as a professional chemical engineer for the City of San Antonio and previously ran for local office.

Kenneth Hyde is a Republican small business contractor and horticulture entrepreneur from the San Antonio area, advocating for property tax elimination and cannabis legalization through the Cultivate Texas Act. His platform emphasizes border security, school choice, and economic growth via the Texas Freedom Act.

Angela Villescaz prioritizes protecting children from gun violence and abuse, fully funding public education, and ensuring affordable health care. She currently advocates as a special education professional and leads the gun-safety group, Fierce Madres.

Bobby Cole is a Democratic candidate for Texas Governor, prioritizing healthcare access, public education funding, and modernizing the power grid. He has a background as a dairy farmer and retired firefighter.

Policy priorities not specified in available materials. Zach Vance is a Democratic candidate running for Texas Governor in the upcoming primary election.

Stephen Samuelson is running for Texas Governor as a Republican. Policy priorities not specified in available materials.

Dan Patrick prioritizes property tax relief, school choice, and border security, leveraging his experience as Texas Lieutenant Governor since 2015. He is endorsed by Trump and Abbott.

Vikki Goodwin prioritizes fully funding public schools, expanding affordable healthcare, tackling housing affordability, and investing in clean water and energy infrastructure. She serves as a Democratic state representative and has extensive legislative experience.

Marcos Velez prioritizes lowering living costs, raising wages, and fully funding public education while serving as Assistant Director of United Steelworkers District 13, reflecting his labor background. He is endorsed by major labor organizations.

Courtney Head prioritizes expanding healthcare coverage, protecting abortion access, and legalizing cannabis to fund public services. She works as a contracts and privacy manager at ARCOS LLC.

Esala Wueschner is a Republican candidate for Texas Lieutenant Governor in the 2026 primary, emphasizing anti-corruption, eliminating property taxes, and legalizing marijuana and psychedelics. He is a U.S. Air Force veteran and has previously run for Austin City Council.

Perla Hopkins focuses on eliminating property taxes, restoring Texas education standards, and enhancing border security. A U.S. Air Force veteran and educator, she aims to represent conservative family values.

Timothy Mabry is a Republican candidate for Texas lieutenant governor, emphasizing anti-corruption, abolishing property taxes, and strengthening public education without vouchers. He is a U.S. Navy veteran and founder of Lead Through Fire LLC.

Chip Roy prioritizes aggressive border enforcement, law and order, and election integrity in his campaign for Texas Attorney General. He is a U.S. Representative with a background as First Assistant Attorney General.

Nathan Johnson is a Democratic state senator and commercial litigator running for Texas Attorney General in the March 2026 primary. His platform emphasizes consumer protection, public safety, civil rights, and restoring integrity to the AG's office.

Joan Huffman is a Republican state senator and current chair of the Texas Senate Finance Committee, previously serving as a criminal district judge. She prioritizes border security, public safety reforms, and strict voter ID laws.

Anthony Box prioritizes restoring integrity and professionalism in the Attorney General's office, focusing on consumer protection, fraud prevention, and civil rights. He is a veteran, former FBI agent, and Assistant U.S. Attorney.

Aaron Reitz prioritizes aggressive immigration enforcement, opposition to "woke" policies, securing elections, and supporting law enforcement. He served as Deputy Attorney General under Ken Paxton and has a background in federal legal strategy.

Mayes Middleton is a Republican state senator and oil executive running for Texas Attorney General. His platform focuses on border security, crime policies, and opposing government corruption.

Joe Jaworski is a Democratic candidate for Texas Attorney General, focusing on protecting voting rights, environmental justice, reproductive freedom, and public education. He has experience as a former mayor of Galveston and runs a legal practice.

Don Huffines prioritizes government downsizing, property tax reduction, and transparency in fiscal management, leveraging his experience as a former Texas State Senator and real estate developer.

Sarah Eckhardt prioritizes affordability, transparency, and education funding in her campaign for Texas Comptroller. She is a Democratic state senator and former Travis County Judge, emphasizing watchdog oversight of state finances and environmental resilience.

Kelly Hancock prioritizes fiscal discipline, low taxes, and border security while serving as Acting Texas Comptroller. He emphasizes government transparency and school choice, backed by numerous endorsements from law enforcement and agricultural organizations.

Michael Berlanga prioritizes ending school property taxes and advocating for universal school choice, leveraging his background as a CPA and property tax consultant. He owns Resolutions Now, a San Antonio-based firm.

Christi Craddick prioritizes auditing state government to cut waste, enhancing local government efficiency, and modernizing systems. She is currently a Railroad Commissioner with significant experience in energy regulation.

Savant Moore focuses on fiscal transparency, taxpayer protection against hidden fees, and enhancing support for small businesses. He serves as a Houston ISD trustee and is an Army veteran and entrepreneur.

Michael Lange, a Democratic candidate for Texas Public Accounts Comptroller, emphasizes fiscal guidance for local governments and financial oversight. He is seeking to manage state funds and ensure legal compliance in financial claims.

Clayton Tucker prioritizes making food and farming affordable, breaking up agricultural monopolies, protecting water and soil, and strengthening rural health. He is a rancher and fair trade organizer with extensive leadership experience in advocacy groups.

Nate Sheets prioritizes cleaning up the Texas Department of Agriculture, promoting local food and school nutrition, and enhancing rural economic development through a "Texas-first trade" approach. He is a former CEO of Nature Nate’s Honey and currently operates Honey Rock Ranch.

Sid Miller prioritizes water security, property tax abolition, and border security while serving as Texas Agriculture Commissioner since 2015. He is supported by several conservative and agricultural organizations.

Jon Rosenthal is a Democratic state representative and oilfield mechanical engineer running for Texas Railroad Commissioner. He prioritizes ending flaring, enhancing environmental protections, and increasing public accountability in the commission.

Bo French prioritizes defending Texas oil and gas, ending DEI policies, and addressing foreign threats in the energy sector. He is an energy investor and former Tarrant County GOP chair.

James Wright prioritizes protecting Texas energy, cutting regulatory red tape, and defending landowner rights as he seeks re-election as a Republican Railroad Commissioner. He has over 35 years of experience in oilfield management.

Hawk Dunlap prioritizes transparency in the Railroad Commission, groundwater protection, and effective regulation of oil well plugging. He has over 30 years of experience in oil well control.

Katherine Culbert prioritizes affordable energy, corporate accountability, and safety in oil and gas operations. She is a contract Senior Process Safety Engineer at Eni with over 20 years of industry experience.

James Matlock prioritizes transparency and accountability in energy regulation, modernizing Railroad Commission rules, and recycling produced water for agriculture. He is an independent oil and gas consultant and a U.S. Marine veteran.

April Moore prioritizes high-quality curriculum, teacher support, and college readiness, leveraging her experience as a residential realtor and U.S. Air Force veteran. She serves on the Arlington Library Board.

Tiffany Clark prioritizes balanced, standards-aligned curricula, supporting student and staff mental health, and opposing book bans. She holds a doctorate in educational leadership and serves on the Texas State Board of Education.

Kimberly Boswell prioritizes reforming accountability and testing, addressing educator burnout, and protecting school funding. She serves as an assistant principal in Dallas ISD and holds a PhD in Public Policy.

Mindy Bumgarner prioritizes parental rights, curriculum transparency, and strong support for school choice, leveraging her experience as a clinical psychologist. She is endorsed by Governor Greg Abbott and several conservative organizations.

Amy Taylor is a Democratic public school teacher with 15 years of experience running for the Texas State Board of Education, District 14. She prioritizes depoliticizing education, adopting rigorous non-religious instructional materials, ensuring public funding for public schools, supporting high-quality teachers, and reevaluating graduation exam requirements.

Rena Schroeder is a Republican candidate for Texas Senate District 22 and co-founder of Angel Wings Ranch, a nonprofit focused on trauma recovery. She prioritizes foster care, mental health, veterans' services, and homelessness.