
Eric Flores
TX-34 Republican nominee?
Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleU.S. Army infantry officer (Texas Army National Guard)
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyTrump-aligned Republican
GenderMale
LocationTexas
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BackgroundU.S. Army infantry officer (Texas Army National Guard)
EducationUniversity of Texas at Austin
Notable personal detailsEric Flores is a Republican candidate for the U.S. House in Texas’ 34th Congressional District. He has served as an infantry officer in the Texas Army National Guard and later worked as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Southern District of Texas. He has also worked in municipal government roles and in private practice as a litigation partner representing public entities.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports policies to foster economic growth through tax cuts and deregulation, and emphasizes energy independence and revitalizing the local economy. Advocates measures intended to lower costs for consumers and promote job creation in the district.
Immigration & Border
Supports stronger enforcement against unlawful entry and prosecuting transnational human smuggling while also advocating for efficient legal pathways to provide labor for local industries. Emphasizes changing current policies to reduce unauthorized migration but recognizes regional labor needs and an orderly legal process for workers.
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Climate & Energy
Prioritizes U.S. energy independence and support for the domestic energy sector while also speaking positively about residential solar as a cost-saving option. Emphasizes lowering costs for consumers through energy production and deregulation rather than aggressive emissions regulation or Green New Deal–style policies.
Public Safety & Guns
The candidate emphasizes defending the Second Amendment and supporting law enforcement as campaign priorities. Public materials frame his approach as pro-gun-rights while prioritizing public safety and law enforcement support.
News
Eric Flores won the Republican primary in Texas' 34th Congressional District, moving him into the general election for a seat currently held by Democrat Vincente Gonzalez. The district is considered competitive, and the NRCC has been rolling out broader 2026 support efforts for GOP candidates in battleground races. Recent coverage also tied Flores to the Texas primary fight as Trump visited the state and backed several Republican candidates.
Endorsements
Endorsers of Eric Flores for TX-34 Republican nominee?
Donald Trump
Public figure
Donald Trump endorsed Eric Flores for Congress in Texas' 34th Congressional District.
Texas Alliance for Life FED PAC
Elected official
Texas Alliance for Life FED PAC endorsed Eric Flores for U.S. Representative in District 34.
Steve Scalise
Public figure
Steve Scalise endorsed Eric Flores in Texas' 34th Congressional District.
Mike Johnson
Public figure
Mike Johnson endorsed Eric Flores in the Republican primary for Texas' 34th Congressional District.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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