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Senator Nathan Johnson

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Candidate for TX Attorney General. Texas Senator District 16. Public Servant. Lawyer. Music Composer #DragonBallZ. Likes facts. #TXLege 📍Dallas, TX 🔗 linktr.ee/NathanForTexas

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Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · Jul 22

So now we redraw the maps every time Washington D.C. wants to dodge accountability?

That’s a violation of the separation of powers. It silences voters, weakens democracy, and undermines our elections.

Tell D.C.: No. Enough is enough.

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Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 2d

The discussion spotlighted the work happening at the state level to support and strengthen our growing Dallas region.

Thank you to the Oak Cliff Chamber for convening this summit, and to JBJ Management for sponsoring. #TXLege #SD16

Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 2d

A full house at this year’s Oak Cliff Chamber Legislative Summit — Team Johnson, neighbors, community leaders, and business leaders gathered under one roof to hear Senator Royce West, Rep. Venton Jones, and Rep. Jessica González on a panel moderated by Dallas Councilmember Zarin Gracey.

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Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 3d

NiHao Food Bank Initiative's work goes beyond food distribution. It’s about consistent leadership and action in addressing hunger, building a foundation that lasts.

(📸 Credit: NiHao Food Bank Initiative) #TXLege #SD16

Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 3d

When community and music come together, real change happens.

That’s a wrap on the 2nd Annual RMA/NiHao Food Bank Initiative Charity Concert, raising nearly 58,000 meals for North Texas — almost twice what we raised last year.

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Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 5d

Dallas County — If you want to vote in the Nov. 4th election, TODAY is your last chance to register or update your address!

➡️ Check your status now at VoteTexas.gov;
➡️ Or visit Dallas County Elections at 1520 Round Table Dr., Dallas, TX before 7:00 p.m. today to register or make changes in person.

Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 6d

Trump’s deployment of troops to Oregon is no more respectful of our troops than it is of the Americans he’s using the troops to intimidate. #txlege

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Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 6d

Go ahead, roll the usual bot-driven torrent about Trump’s martial law being about law and order. Nonsense. It’s authoritarian order without the law.

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Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 6d

AGs can stop Trump! Here is state attorney general power defending state sovereignty and citizen rights against federal abuse. And it’s not just Oregon’s rights being protected.

Judge temporarily blocks Trump administration from deploying troops in Portland, Oregon

A federal judge in Oregon has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s administration from deploying the National Guard in Portland. U.S.

apnews.com

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Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 8d

Democratic AGs from 24 states and the District of Columbia did their job. Republican AGs didn’t. But Ken is darn well gonna make sure that your kid’s geometry class has a 10 Commandments poster in the right font. Thanks Ken. Way to support the schools.

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Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 8d

Stupid doesn’t have to be partisan; sometimes they just make it that way. Not a single Republican Attorney General joined the litigation against the Trump administration for unconstitutionally interfering with the power of the legislative branch AND WITHHOLDING OUR MONEY!

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Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 8d

Instead of suing the Trump administration for withholding around $700M of appropriated education funding from our public schools, Ken Paxton sends scary letters to school districts telling them to display the Ten Commandments in every classroom (patently unconstitutional).

Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 8d

What a waste.

Ken Paxton to 'vigorously enforce' Ten Commandments requirement amid lawsuits

Attorney General Ken Paxton advised schools to comply with Senate Bill 10, promising the state would take on legal fees to defend the law in court.

www.houstonchronicle.com

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Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 8d

This milestone was made possible in part by SB 2181 (87R) — bipartisan legislation authored by my good friends Sen. Royce West and Rep. Rafael Anchía, which I was proud to support. #TXLege #SD16

Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 8d

Celebrating a Dallas Treasure! Team Johnson joined city leaders and neighbors to cut the ribbon on the newly renovated Cotton Bowl Stadium, which first opened in 1930.

The $140 million investment delivers state-of-the-art upgrades while preserving the history and character of the landmark.

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Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 9d

Seventeen amendments. One ballot.

Early voting kicks off October 20th — are you #VoteReady?

Check out a quick, no-fluff breakdown of each amendment, plus what supporters and opponents are saying: bit.ly/SNJGUIDE

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Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 9d

Please join me in congratulating Micah Dieterle, who has been selected as the Senate District 16 recipient of the 2025–26 Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program (TASSP).

I’m honored to recognize his hard work and wish him continued success in all his future endeavors. #TXLege #SD16

Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 9d

Congratulations to my good friend Willis Johnson and the entire JBJ Management team on their 30th anniversary!

I'm honored to join our Dallas community in celebrating this milestone with a resolution recognizing the JBJ team’s lasting contributions. #TXLege #SD16

Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 10d

Well, I was going to file a complaint with the Office of Special Counsel, about HUD and other federal agencies flagrantly violating the Hatch Act and the 1st Amendment by posting Republican wing-nut propaganda on a taxpayer-funded official government web sites, but…

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Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 11d

Sen. Nathan Johnson, D-Dallas, said he aims to keep the AG’s office from being “a political tool for the far-right” – which he believes it has become under Ken Paxton.

Read the full interview from the Longview News Journal.

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Democratic candidate for Texas AG says he’ll restore integrity to office - Longview News-Journal

A North Texas Democratic state senator running to be the next Texas attorney general said he’ll restore integrity to the office and make sure “political corruption is not endemic.” Sen. Nathan Johnson...

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Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 11d

Jaw-dropping illegal activity by HUD, violating Hatch Act and First Amendment: using federal taxpayer funded website for ideological purposes. This is not okay, and not of small significance. #txlege

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Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 11d

Propelling our nation forward — from classrooms to boardrooms, innovation to leadership — the Hispanic community’s rich heritage and grit have shaped the very fabric of America.

Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 12d

I’m honored to join my Texas House and Senate colleagues in recognizing the brave men and women of the Irving Fire Department and the Irving Professional Fire Fighters Association with an official resolution. #TXLege #SD16

Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 12d

Congratulations to the Irving Fire Department on 100 years of service!

From 20 volunteers and a hand-pulled water cart in 1925 to a team of 400+ professionals serving more than 250,000 residents, Irving Fire’s legacy speaks for itself.

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Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 12d

Team Johnson had the opportunity to attend Dallas Area Rapid Transit’s State of the Agency, hosted by President & CEO Nadine Lee and the DART team. #TXLege #SD16

Senator Nathan Johnson @nathanfortexas.bsky.social · 12d

From new rail lines and upgraded infrastructure to strategic development and preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, DART is delivering on its Point B Strategic Plan and shaping the future of mobility in our region.

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