Daniel Betts on TX-21: Election Integrity, Hill Country Growth, and the 2026 Conservative Movement

In this episode of Vote Like a Texan, host Justin McKenzie sits down with Daniel Betts, Republican candidate for Texas Congressional District 21 (TX-21)—a seat previously held by Chip Roy. Betts discusses why he entered the race, what he’s hearing across the nine-county district, and the issues shaping Central Texas heading into 2026. From election integrity and battery energy storage system (BESS) concerns to water security, Hill Country economic development, and his perspective on faith and leadership, Betts lays out why he believes he is the strongest conservative to represent TX-21. If you’re a voter in TX-21—including Bexar, Travis, Hays, Comal, Kendall, Kerr, Blanco, Bandera, and Real Counties—this conversation gives a clear look into Betts’ priorities and what he believes is at stake for the district. Topics Covered: • Why Daniel Betts believes he’s called to run for Congress • What voters across the Hill Country say is their #1 concern • Election integrity, BESS sites, water scarcity, and regional growth • What economic development should look like in rural and suburban Texas • Why he believes the March 3rd and May 26th elections will be decisive • His fundraising strategy and critique of “carpetbagger campaigns” • His pledge on term limits and how faith shapes his leadership Learn more about Daniel Betts: Website & social: BettsForTexas.com VoteLikeATexan.com If you enjoy Texas political conversations that go deeper than soundbites, subscribe to the channel and follow the entire Vote Like a Texan series.