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TX-09 Republican nominee?
$19.5K
MAY 27, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleBusiness executive
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyTrump-aligned Republican
LocationTexas
BackgroundBusiness executive
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EducationTexas A&M University (attended)
Notable personal detailsDan Mims is a Republican candidate for the U.S. House in Texas’s 9th Congressional District. He is associated with Mims Meat Company, a foodservice distribution business, and has served in community and civic roles including leadership with the North Shore Rotary Club and involvement with the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. He has also served as a trustee and chairman of the San Jacinto College Board.
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Positions
LiberalConservative
Economy & Taxes
Supports cutting taxes, reducing regulation, and returning surplus funds to taxpayers while limiting government growth to help small businesses and job creators. Advocates cutting red tape and allowing taxpayers and businesses to keep more of their money as part of a pro-growth economic agenda.
Immigration & Border
Supports securing the U.S. border, stopping illegal immigration, and providing law enforcement with additional resources to protect Texas communities. Emphasizes enforcement and border control measures rather than expanded legal pathways or asylum protections.
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Public Safety & Guns
Supports the Second Amendment and backing law enforcement; emphasizes keeping government out of the way while protecting communities. Platform language frames protection of gun rights alongside public safety and support for police resources.
News
AINews Summary
Last updatedJun 12, 2026
Dan Mims is in the news because the 2026 midterm primaries have begun in Texas, where his candidacy is part of the early election activity. The Texas races are drawing attention as redistricting and key primary contests reshape the political landscape. Details about Mims’ specific race or standing are not provided in the available summary.
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Polls
TX-09 Republican nominee?
Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 2026Total raisedCash on hand
$420.4K
$315.3K
$210.2K
$105.1K
$0
2026
LatestYear
Total raised
Cash on hand
Total spent
Burn rate
Cycle 2026
$420.4K
$2.3K
$418.1K
$27.9K
Source: FEC
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