Governor Greg Abbott has appointed former Judge Greg Magee as the new Criminal District Attorney for San Jacinto County, reinforcing Texass law-and-order approach at a time when many communities nationwide are demanding stronger, more accountable prosecution.
According to Breitbart, Magee will assume office, stepping into the role vacated by District Attorney Todd Dillons resignation and ensuring continuity in a county that has long prioritized public safety and conservative legal principles. The appointment reflects Governor Abbotts continued emphasis on experienced, locally rooted officials who respect the rule of law and are prepared to work closely with law enforcement rather than undermine it.
Magee, of Pointblank, Texas, currently practices at his own firm, the Law Office of Greg Magee, bringing decades of hands-on experience in the criminal justice system to his new post. His background includes service as justice of the peace, constable, deputy sheriff in San Jacinto County, and police officer in neighboring Walker County, according to the governors office.
He is vice president and education chair of the Texas Justice Court Judges Association and is a member of the State Bar of Texas and the College of the State Bar of Texas, the announcement states. Additionally, he is a former director and EMT for San Jacinto County Emergency Medical Services, a former member of the San Jacinto County Historical Commission, and the PB and SC Water Supply Corporation Board of Directors. Magee received a Bachelor of Science in Law Enforcement and Police Science, a Master of Science in Criminal Justice Management from Sam Houston State University, and a Juris Doctor from South Texas College of Law.
Judge Magee emphasized his gratitude for the appointment and the trust placed in him by state and local leaders. He told Breitbart Texas, I am deeply honored and humbled by Governor Greg Abbotts appointment to serve as the Criminal District Attorney for San Jacinto County. I sincerely thank the Governor for the confidence he has placed in me, and I am equally grateful to Senator Charles Schwertner, Representative Janis Holt, our local elected officials, and the many citizens whose encouragement and support have made this day possible.
Public service has been the privilege of my life, and I accept this responsibility with humility, integrity, and a steadfast commitment to the people of San Jacinto County, Magee continued. Justice requires both compassion and accountability. It demands professionalism, fairness, and respect for the rule of law. My commitment is to work collaboratively with law enforcement, the courts, county officials, and our community to ensure that every case is handled with integrity and every person is treated with dignity.
Earlier this year, Magee secured the Republican nomination for Criminal District Attorney in the primary election, reflecting strong grassroots support in a county that has consistently backed conservative leadership, including President Donald Trump. He faces no opponent in the general election, positioning him to complete the current term through January 1, 2027, and then immediately begin a full term as district attorney.
The appointment underscores Texass broader resistance to the soft-on-crime policies and progressive prosecutors that have plagued many urban areas, as state leaders double down on traditional law enforcement and prosecutorial rigor. As communities along the Texas border and across the state confront rising challenges tied to crime and illegal immigration, figures like Mageerooted in local service, committed to accountability, and aligned with conservative principlesare likely to play a pivotal role in safeguarding public order and defending the rule of law.
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