Daniel Crenshaw — Republican Candidate for U.S. House in Texas, 2026

Daniel Crenshaw prioritizes border security and the enforcement of the rule of law for the safety of American citizens, stating that "Border security must come first." He has focused on combating cartel activity and works with local law enforcement to address their impact. Crenshaw has also expressed concern over voter fraud linked to undocumented immigrants.

“Not AI, not a deep fake, just Chuck Schumer being concerned about fraud by illegal immigrants. Where’d that guy go?” — Rep. Dan Crenshaw, social media post, February 6, 2026.”

Daniel Crenshaw advocates for a free market, patient-centered healthcare system to lower costs and increase transparency, opposing government takeovers like Medicare for All and pharmaceutical price controls. He championed provisions to impose work requirements on Medicaid and to prohibit federal health programs from funding gender-transition procedures for minors, citing a commitment to personal responsibility and protecting children. He also supported delaying cuts to Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital payments until 2029.

“I am focused on health care solutions that lower your costs at the pharmacy counter, increases transparency, and puts YOU in control of your health care decisions, not the federal government. Democrats in Congress are proposing massive government takeovers of our health care system with proposals like Medicare for All and pharmaceutical price controls. These policies will force you into a one-size-fits-all, government-run health plan, and restrict your access to new innovative cures. It’s clear our health care system is broken and too expensive, but what is the right answer to fix it? What we need is a free market, competitive, patient-centered health care system.”

Daniel Crenshaw proposed the New Energy Frontier to encourage carbon capture and innovation, aiming to reduce global emissions while protecting American jobs and economic prosperity. He supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy and market-driven solutions over government subsidies. Crenshaw has consistently voted against environmental protections and climate initiatives, receiving a 0% score from the League of Conservation Voters in 2025. He also criticized the Paris Climate Agreement as "costly and meaningless."

“Congress should be working on policies to safeguard our environment AND our economy. That’s why I’m working on serious solutions to protect American jobs, our economic prosperity, and reduce emissions all at once. - Rep. Daniel Crenshaw, Ballotpedia”

Daniel Crenshaw states a pro-life position, believing that life is a gift with inherent value and that every life is created for a special purpose. He emphasizes that being pro-life is a foundational moral position. He advocates for stopping late-term abortions, viewing the allowance of abortions for a human with ten fingers, ten toes, and a heartbeat as morally questionable. He has co-sponsored measures to restrict abortion pills and campus abortion services.

“As a country, we must place more value on LIFE. I believe that each life is created by God for a special, unique purpose, and that every life has inherent value. Being pro-life goes beyond politics. It is a foundational, moral position on the side of humanity. We must stop late-term abortions in this country. I believe our country is on very shaky moral ground by allowing the abortion of a human being with ten fingers, ten toes, and heartbeat. This is not an attack on women, it is a question of our humanity." — Daniel Crenshaw, Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.”

Daniel Crenshaw states that America should act as the leader of the free world, advocating for a strong stance against terrorism, specifically targeting ISIS in various regions, and addressing the threat of Mexican drug cartels across the border. He has also expressed outspoken support for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia.

“America is the leader of the free world, and should not back down from this responsibility. We can never forget the atrocities of September 11th, and what occurs when you allow terrorists to operate freely in ungoverned areas. We must continue to take the fight to ISIS, not only in Syria and Iraq, but also in Afghanistan and Africa. The threat of radical Islam is real, and we must do a better job fighting on all fronts. I have been doing that for my entire adult life. We also cannot forget the threat right across the border: the Mexican drug cartels. In many areas right across the border, the Mexican government has no control whatsoever. We need to do a better job working with the Mexican authorities to thwart this threat, and prevent [...]. - Daniel Crenshaw, Ballotpedia.org”

Daniel Crenshaw advocates for students, regularly speaking to youth groups to stress the importance of hard work, purpose, and vision. He emphasizes preparing the next generation for the workforce, promoting vocational training as an alternative to college. He supports allowing Pell Grant flexibility to enable students to choose technical education programs.

“Our youth are our future leaders. I’m a vocal advocate for students in our community and frequently speak to schools and youth groups to encourage them to think big and emphasize the importance of hard work, and having a sense of purpose and vision. It is crucial that we prepare the next generation for the workforce. We must promote vocational training as a sensible alternative to a college education and allow for Pell Grant flexibility to allow students the option to choose technical education programs. - Daniel Crenshaw, Ballotpedia.org”

Daniel Crenshaw opposes gun control, asserting a constitutional right to keep and bear arms. He introduced the "Preventing Unjust Red Flag Laws Act" in 2025 to prevent federal funding for red flag laws, arguing against enforcing laws before they are broken. Crenshaw has voted for law enforcement bills, including the "Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act" (2026), and advocates against universal background checks and the ATF's pistol brace rule, supporting expanded rights for semi-automatic weapon ownership and concealed carry.

“Americans have the Constitutionally enshrined right to keep and bear arms. I will continue to fight back against leftists who want to take our rights to private gun ownership. (Daniel Crenshaw, Ballotpedia)”