Texas Republican Quickly Launches Bid To Keep House Seat In Family After Twin, Rep. Troy Nehls, Announces Retirement
Former Republican sheriff candidate Trever Nehls of Fort Bend County, Texas, announced Saturday that his bid for the House seat was being vacated by his twin brother, Rep. Troy Nehls.
Rep. Nehls, a MAGA Republican, announced his retirement from the House of Representatives in an article published Saturday on X, noting that he called President Donald Trump to inform him of the decision. Less than an hour after Rep. Nehls made the announcement, Trever Nehls announced his intention to seek the Republican nomination in a Facebook post. (RELATED: A Furry Gay Socialist Who Loves 9/11 Could Be the Most Aggressive Democratic Candidate Yet)
“I am honored to announce my candidacy for Congressional District 22 to continue fighting for the people of this district,” said Trever Nehls. “I want to thank my brother for his decades of service in the military and law enforcement where we served together. Troy has always led with integrity, courage and an unwavering commitment to public safety and has put our community first.”
“District 22 needs a representative who will follow in Troy’s footsteps and stand with President Trump to defend our conservative values, secure the border, protect our families, and oppose the reckless and radical agenda that Democrats continue to impose on the American people,” Trever Nehls continued. “I’m ready to take on this fight. I know this neighborhood. And this neighborhood knows me.”
Trever Nehls previously narrowly lost elections for Fort Bend County sheriff in 2020 and for Fort Bend County judge in 2022, according to Ballotpedia. Trever Nehls previously served as the Fort Bend County Police Officer for Precinct 4.
“I will work every day to earn your trust and continue the tradition of America First leadership that our outgoing Congressman Troy Nehls established,” Trever Nehls said in the Facebook post. “Your support is appreciated and I will endeavor to represent you proudly.”
Republican Reps. Wesley Hunt, Chip Roy, Morgan Luttrell, Jodey C. Arrington and Michael McCaul of Texas are also leaving the House of Representatives, Roll Call reported. Notably, Hunt is challenging Texas Republican Sen. John Cornyn in the primary and Roy is seeking the Republican nomination for state attorney general. Luttrell, Arrington and McCaul retire.
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