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Aaron Reitz, former attorney general candidate, appointed U.S. attorney in Texas’ southern district
Summary by Sugar Land News Editorial Desk Texas Tribune, Eleanor Klibanoff , as published by KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston)
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further information about the appointment and the new US attorney's responsibilities is available from local news sources, including KPRC 2 Houston. A new US attorney has been named for the Southern District of Texas.
A new US attorney has been named for the Southern District of Texas. This region includes Houston and parts of the US-Mexico border. The appointee is a veteran of the Marine Corps and has experience working in the Justice Department.
He previously ran for attorney general, finishing fourth in a primary. His background also includes working under Texas' current attorney general.
Further information about the appointment and the new US attorney's responsibilities is available from local news sources, including KPRC 2 Houston.
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Category: local Published: July 9, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston) Reading time: 1 min
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