DeMint backs Michael Williams in Texas

Sen. Jim DeMint (R-S.C.) is backing another conservative underdog.

DeMint on Thursday announced he will support Texas Railiroad Commissioner Michael Williams (R) in the yet-to-be-determined special election for Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison's (R-Texas) seat.

Because Hutchison has been evasive with her resignation date, the field isn't even set for the race. If and when it is, Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst is likely to be the GOP establishment favorite.

DeMint has also backed underdogs in California and Florida.

"Americans are tired of apologizing for their principles, and they're looking for some new Republicans who will stand up for mainstream American values," DeMint said. "That's why we're helping a strong group of viable conservative candidates in races across the country, including Pat Toomey, Marco Rubio, Chuck DeVore and now Michael Williams. These are leaders who deeply believe in constitutional limits, a balanced budget, and individual liberty."