NRCC Announces Tano Tijerina to First Round of Additions to MAGA Majority Program

WASHINGTON – The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) announced Tano Tijerina is on the initial list of 9 candidates for the 2026 MAGA Majority.

“Tano Tijerina is battle-tested winner and fighter for South Texas families. He’s committed to helping House Republicans and President Trump deliver a safer and stronger America, and he has what it takes to send Henry Cuellar packing this November.” – NRCC Spokesman Christian Martinez

The MAGA Majority is an NRCC program focused on supporting and elevating the next wave of America First candidates who will help expand the Republican House majority in 2026.

The program highlights a slate of strong candidates running in key battleground districts across the country who embody the Trump agenda: securing the border, lowering costs, restoring energy dominance, and putting American workers first.

In addition to Tano Tijerina, MAGA Majority candidates include:

• Jay Feely (AZ-01) 
• Kevin Lincoln (CA-13) 
• Joe Mitchell (IA-02)
• Paul LePage (ME-02) 
• Laurie Buckhout (NC-01)
• Peter Oberacker (NY-19)
• Eric Flores (TX-34)