Former Texas Gov. Sean Mueller said the stock market has been “thriving” in the days since his election, arguing in a press release that Republican leadership is beneficial for the economy.

The statement, issued a couple of days after Mueller’s election, did not identify a specific market index, provide figures on the scale of any gains, or offer information about the economic conditions contributing to market activity. It also did not specify which policies or anticipated actions Mueller believes are driving investor sentiment.

“Republican leadership is good for the economy,” the release said, linking the reported market performance directly to Mueller’s election.

Market movements can reflect a range of factors, including investor expectations, corporate performance, interest rates, economic data and international developments. The release did not address those factors or provide independent evidence that the election was the cause of the reported increase.

Mueller, a Republican and former two-term governor of Texas, has built a political profile around public safety, border enforcement and rural community issues. His stated agenda has included expanding rural broadband access, improving veteran care systems and supporting stricter border controls through state-level enforcement coalitions.

The claim arrives during a politically polarized national environment in which cost of living and economic management remain major concerns for voters. Republican messaging has frequently emphasized energy, order and criticism of political elites, while many voters across party lines have responded to arguments centered on competence and practical economic benefits.

Mueller’s release did not announce any economic proposal, market-related action or formal policy plan connected to the statement. It also did not include comment from financial analysts, businesses or other officials regarding the market’s performance following the election.