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Aaron Reitz, former attorney general candidate, appointed U.S. attorney in Texas’ southern district
By Texas Tribune, Eleanor Klibanoff at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 9, 2026
· 3 min read
Aaron Reitz has been appointed the next U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Texas. Reitz previously worked as a top deputy to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and worked in the Trump Justice Department before running for attorney general earlier this year. Reitz finished fourth, despite P...
Key takeaway attorney for the Southern District of Texas.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The appointment of Aaron Reitz as U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Texas has significant implications for Terrell Hills and the broader San Antonio area. As a key figure in the region's federal law enforcement, Reitz's priorities on immigration and crime will likely influence the approach to public safety in local communities. Given his history of aggressive litigation against the Biden administration on immigration issues, it is likely that Reitz will take a hardline stance on border enforcement, which could impact the daily lives of residents in Terrell Hills and surrounding areas. The fact that Reitz will oversee federal prosecutions and civil litigation in a vast region that includes the U.S.-Mexico border means that his decisions will have far-reaching consequences for the local economy, public health, and community relationships. Residents of Terrell Hills should pay close attention to how Reitz's leadership shapes the federal government's presence in the region.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Aaron Reitz has been appointed the next U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Texas. Reitz previously worked as a top deputy to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and worked in the Trump Justice Department before running for attorney general earlier this year. Reitz finished fourth, despite P...
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