Montgomery County DA Brett Ligon Weighs Resignation to Run for Texas Senate Seat

Montgomery County District Attorney Brett Ligon is considering a significant career move, as he weighs the possibility of stepping down from his current role to pursue a candidacy for the Senate District 4 seat. 

The recent appointment of Senator Brandon Creighton as the new president of Texas Tech University has led to this seat becoming vacant. Senate District 4 encompasses Montgomery County along with parts of Harris, Chambers, Jefferson, and Galveston counties.

Ligon, 56, stated that stepping away from his position as district attorney would be a challenging decision to make. “I would need to step down from this position to pursue that, and it’s clearly taking a toll on me,” Ligon stated during an interview. He elaborated on his “undeniable passion” for his work. “I have dedicated my life to serving the public and fulfilling my responsibilities, and I will persist in doing so in any way that allows me to contribute effectively,” Ligon stated.

Cody Campbell, the chairman of the board of regents at Texas Tech, revealed on Aug. 31 that Creighton was the sole finalist for the position of university president. 

Ligon has garnered notable backing from prominent local individuals, including Woodlands entrepreneur Brett Jensen, who publicly expressed his support for Ligon’s potential campaign on Friday. Jensen, with diverse ventures in real estate, commended Ligon’s leadership and his partnership with Creighton.

“Senator Creighton has made significant contributions for Texans in the legislature,” Ligon remarked, looking back on their ten-year collaboration in tackling matters like human trafficking, fentanyl-related fatalities, and bail reform. “In his role as district attorney, he has consistently supported my efforts to find solutions for ensuring the safety of all citizens,” Ligon continued.

Jensen highlighted the careful consideration involved in selecting the right individual to take over Creighton’s role. “With Brandon Creighton stepping into the leadership role at the Texas Tech University System, our region in southeast Texas has engaged in some profound reflection,” Jensen stated. “Identifying the ideal individual to serve as our conservative champion necessitated a careful and deliberate approach.”