Mitch Little, previously a lawyer for Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton during his impeachment trial, secured victory in the Republican primary for the state House District 65 in North Texas.

Narrow Victory in the Primary

In a closely contested race, Little, a first-time candidate, emerged victorious over incumbent State Rep. Kronda Thimesch by a margin of less than 300 votes, with final results tallying at 10,951 to 10,653.

General Election Ahead

Little’s win sets the stage for a showdown in the November general election against Democratic contender Detrick Deburr, who ran uncontested in the primary and garnered 5,084 total votes.

Geographic Coverage

House District 65 encompasses southern Denton County, a key region in North Texas.

Background of Mitch Little

Hailing from Lewisville, Mitch Little currently serves as a partner at the Frisco law firm Scheef & Stone. His legal career notably includes a prominent role in the defense team for Ken Paxton during his impeachment proceedings, where he worked alongside renowned attorneys Tony Buzbee and Dan Cogdell.

Acknowledgment of Support

Expressing gratitude to his supporters, Little took to Twitter to convey his appreciation: There are not enough words in the English language to thank those who gave, volunteered, and supported my family through this hard-fought campaign.

Defeat of Former Ally

Little’s victory marks a significant turn, as he defeated a fellow House Republican, Kronda Thimesch, who had voted in favor of Paxton’s impeachment. Interestingly, Little had previously served as Thimesch

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