Rob Altman
Republican candidate for U.S. House in Texas
TX-10 Republican nominee?
$23.8K
MAR 10, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Live Odds — TX-10 Republican nominee?
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1%chance to win
$23.8KMAR 10, 2026Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleU.S. Army officer (retired; Major)
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
LocationTexas
BackgroundU.S. Army officer (retired; Major)
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EducationTexas A&M University
Notable personal detailsRob Altman is a Republican candidate for the U.S. House in Texas’s 10th Congressional District (2026 cycle). He is a retired U.S. Army major who served more than 25 years as an enlisted soldier and commissioned officer, including multiple combat deployments. After retiring from active duty, he worked in the private sector in a senior role at a Fortune 500 firm. He is a graduate of Texas A&M University.
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Political Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports extending tax relief and lowering taxes and regulations for small businesses and expanding tax benefits for married families while prioritizing reduced federal spending and fiscal responsibility. Advocates cutting wasteful spending and a balanced-budget mindset. Emphasizes deregulation and tax relief as part of an America First economic platform.
Healthcare
Supports Medicare and Social Security reform and prioritizes strengthening rural healthcare access; emphasizes reducing burdens and improving affordability rather than expanding large federal entitlement programs. Focus is on fixing existing programs and improving access for rural Texans.
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Immigration & Border
Supports securing the border and enforcing immigration laws, ending sanctuary policies and unlawful entries, and prioritizing legal immigration and national security. Advocates increasing border task forces and penalties for cartels as part of broader border-security and enforcement measures.
Climate & Energy
Rob Altman’s campaign platform emphasizes protecting Texas water resources and strengthening energy independence as a named focus area. His public materials frame energy policy around energy independence and support for local agriculture and resource stewardship.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports protecting the Second Amendment and opposes federal gun registries and "backdoor" bans while emphasizing enforcement of existing laws against criminals. Backs strong law enforcement and public-safety measures.
Latest News
Rob Altman is in the news mainly because the 2026 House map is shifting in Republicans’ favor after a wave of redistricting moves and court rulings. The reports say these changes could make it harder for Democrats to win the House, even though Democrats are still seen as favored overall. At the same time, some analyses say Republicans have lost ground in a number of key districts, so the picture remains mixed and competitive in places.
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Campaign Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 2026Campaign finance totals from the latest available reporting period.
2026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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