A Proven Winner—On and Off the Field
Mark “Tex” Teixeira (tuh-SHARE-uh) is a proven winner who’s ready to fight and win for Texas in Congress. Born to a Navy veteran father and a schoolteacher mother, Mark learned discipline, hard work, and service from an early age. Mark’s five seasons with the Texas Rangers planted the roots of a lifelong connection to the Lone Star State.
A standout student-athlete, Mark earned a scholarship to Georgia Tech, where he met his wife, Leigh. After his junior season, he was drafted 5th overall by the Texas Rangers in the 2001 MLB Draft. Over the next 14 years, he earned three All-Star selections, five Gold Gloves, three Silver Sluggers, and capped his career with a World Series Championship with the New York Yankees in 2009.
Leader, Humanitarian, & Conservative Fighter
Mark didn’t just win games—he became a leader in giving back. Twice a finalist for the prestigious Roberto Clemente Award, he also received the 2018 Heisman Humanitarian Award and has served on numerous boards, supporting causes from youth sports to college scholarships.
Since moving back to Texas in 2021, Mark has fought for conservative values—supporting leaders like Governor Greg Abbott, Congressman Chip Roy, and President Donald J. Trump, and partnering with the Texas Public Policy Foundation to advance educational freedom and opportunity for Texas families.
Faith, Family, and the Fight Ahead
Mark and his wife Leigh have three children—Jack, Addison, and William—and are active in their local Church. In Congress, he’ll bring the same grit, preparation, and competitive spirit that made him a champion in Major League Baseball to fight for Texas—and win.
Members of the U.S. House of Representatives write and vote on federal laws, including the federal budget. Each represents one district and serves a two-year term. Tax bills must start in the House, only the House can impeach federal officials, and members oversee federal agencies through their committees.