Mark Teixeira, a former New York Yankees All-Star who was part of the team’s 2009 World Series victory, announced on Thursday that he is entering the race to replace Congressman Chip Roy in Texas.
In his campaign announcement for Texas’s 21st Congressional District, Teixeira described himself as an America First conservative who would support President Trump’s political agenda.
“As a proud Texan and lifelong conservative who loves our country, I’m ready to fight for the principles that make Texas strong and America exceptional,” Teixeira said.
“It takes teamwork to win, and I’m ready to help defend President Trump’s America First agenda, Texas families, and individual liberty.”
“Congressman Chip Roy has represented this district with unwavering courage and leaves an impressive legacy of principled conservative leadership,” he continued.
“I’m running to ensure District 21 remains prosperous and free for generations to come.”
Big news: I’m ready to go!
As a lifelong conservative who loves this country, I’m running for Congress to fight for the principles that make Texas and America great.
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— Mark Teixeira (@teixeiramark25) August 28, 2025
Teixeira enters the congressional race with the advantage of considerable name recognition.
The former Yankees All-Star and 2009 World Series champion is far better known than most first-time candidates, which should make it easier for him to raise money.
Over a 14-year career, Teixeira played for the Rangers, Braves, Angels, and Yankees before retiring in 2016. He won the World Series with the Yankees in 2009.
He and his family moved back to Texas in 2021, where he has since focused on raising his children, business ventures, and supporting education and Christian causes.
Teixeira’s politics align him with several of his old Yankee teammates who backed Donald Trump.
Hall of Fame closer Mariano Rivera not only endorsed Trump but received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, while fellow 2009 champion Johnny Damon was also appointed to Trump’s sports council.
The district Teixeira seeks is a Republican stronghold, with Chip Roy winning re-election by more than 25 points in 2024.
