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Edgardo Baez

R

Ran unopposed for the Republican nomination in the March 3, 2026 primary.

Edgardo Baez is the Republican nominee challenging Castro. He is an attorney and U.S. Army veteran with more than 30 years of military, medical and legal public service.[3]

Basic profile — the most important sourced facts we found.

Positions on the issues

  • MixedExpand public health coverage

    Says he prioritizes improving healthcare access and quality and supports policies that make healthcare competitive and accessible.[3]

In their words — priorities

  • Cites over 30 years of public service across military, medical and legal fields as proof of his commitment to the district.[3]
  • Says he will promote policies that support families and strong communities.[3]

Background

  • Born in Ponce, Puerto Rico; served in the U.S. Army from 1989 to 2002.[3]
  • Earned a bachelor's degree from Wayland Baptist University (2002), a law degree from Texas Southern University (2004), and a Ph.D. from Liberty University (2023).[3]
  • Has worked as an attorney, business owner, nurse, and EMT; affiliated with the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.[3]

Campaign money

Raised $49K · spent $27K · $21K cash on hand (through 2026-06-30) FEC filing ↗

Also on the ballot for this seat: Joaquin Castro · Compare side by side

Sources cited in this profile

  1. 3.Edgardo Baez - Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey · Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey · 2026-09-25 Candidate's own words