Greg Abbott: Quick Facts

News •

4 things to know about TWU’s new regent, Rienke Radler • Nov. 8, 2026, 7:41 PM ET (Denton Record-Chronicle)
Abbott sent thousands of Guardsmen to the border. He lost. Now what? • Nov. 8, 2026, 5:06 AM ET (San Antonio Express-News)
When does Greg Abbott leave office? Here’s when Hinojosa takes over • Nov. 4, 2026, 1:24 PM ET (Austin American-Statesman)
Gina Hinojosa wins Texas governor race in stunning upset over Greg Abbott • Nov. 3, 2026, 6:25 PM ET (Houston Chronicle)
Houston mother responds to Abbott's ad on Arlene Alvarez's death • Oct. 28, 2026, 2:56 PM ET (Houston Chronicle)

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Also Known As Gregory Wayne Abbott
Born November 13, 1957 (age 69) • Wichita Falls • Texas • (Born on this day)
Title / Office governor (2015-), Texas • attorney general (2002-2015), Texas
Political Affiliation Republican Party
Role In 2026 U.S. midterm elections

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