Governor Abbott Signs Texas Backs The Blue Pledge, Announces Legislative Proposal Against Defunding Police

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today held a press conference at the Austin Police Association where he joined other state leaders to sign the Texas Backs The Blue Pledge against defunding the police. The Governor also announced a new legislative proposal to...

Governor Abbott Endorses David Cook For State Representative Of House District 96

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today endorsed David Cook for State Representative of House District 96. As the Mayor of Mansfield, Cook has a record of cutting taxes and prioritizing public safety. The Governor is proud to endorse Cook for the Texas House and looks...

Governor Abbott Calls On Candidates, All Texans To Sign Pledge Against Defunding The Police

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today released a web video calling on every Texan and candidate for public office, regardless of party, to sign a pledge against defunding police departments in Texas at 2:00 PM on Thursday, September 10th. At that time, the...

Governor Abbott Statement On Passing Of Susan Weddington

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement following the passing of former Republican Party of Texas Chair Susan Weddington. Weddington served as RPT Chair from 1997-2003 and was the first female party chair elected by either major party in Texas. During...

Governor Abbott Delivers Video Address To 2020 Republican Party Of Texas State Convention

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today delivered a video address to the 2020 Republican Party of Texas virtual State Convention. In his remarks, the Governor urged Texas Republicans to unite around the common cause of keeping Texas red and helping President Trump defeat...