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Aaron Reitz, former attorney general candidate, appointed U.S. attorney in Texas’ southern district
Summary by Alamo Heights News Editorial Desk Texas Tribune, Eleanor Klibanoff , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further information about the appointee's plans and priorities can be found through KSAT 12, a local news outlet covering San Antonio and surrounding areas like Alamo Heights. A new US attorney has been appointed for the Southern District of Texas.
A new US attorney has been appointed for the Southern District of Texas. This region includes large parts of the US-Mexico border and Houston. The appointee's background includes working under Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and a stint in the Trump Justice Department.
The individual also has a history of running for public office, having participated in a recent primary. Details about the appointment and the new US attorney's responsibilities are available from local news sources.
Further information about the appointee's plans and priorities can be found through KSAT 12, a local news outlet covering San Antonio and surrounding areas like Alamo Heights .
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Category: local Published: July 9, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News Reading time: 1 min
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