Press & Updates
The latest updates from Governor Greg Abbott and Texans for Greg Abbott.
EDINBURG – Following tonight’s debate, leaders across Texas are declaring victory for Greg Abbott – among them former Texas Secretary of State Hope Andrade, Cameron County Judge Carlos Cascos and former McAllen Mayor Richard Cortez. “As Secretary of State, I had the privilege of working closely with Greg Abbott in his capacity as Attorney General,” said […]
TRANSCRIPT:MARY LUCY PHALEN: I’m Greg Abbott’s mother-in-law.But I also became his Madrina — his Godmother — when he joined our church.Greg is a man who keeps his word and always looks out for his family and his faith.He has a deep commitment to public service and our values.He is someone you can trust.I love having Greg […]
“We are encouraged by Attorney General Greg Abbott’s plan to reform many of the state’s licensing laws, should he be elected governor in November.” “Licenses To Work Hurt The Poorest” Editorial Tyler Morning Telegraph August 5, 2014 http://www.tylerpaper.com/TP-Editorials/203290/licenses-to-work-hurt-the-p The justification usually given for government regulations is safety, and we fully acknowledge many of these are […]
AUSTIN- Texans for Greg Abbott today launched the first in a series of web ads featuring Texans talking about how Greg Abbott is fighting to make Texas a better place to live, work and raise a family – in their own words. The campaign will release videos throughout the month of August, each featuring a […]
AUSTIN- Attorney General and candidate for governor Greg Abbott visited Galveston, TX on Wednesday evening to address members of the Share the Gulf Association, representatives from Galveston’s fisheries and local supporters at Katie’s Seafood Market. Abbott was introduced by Buddy Guindon, owner of Katie’s Seafood who is also known for his appearances in a series […]
Greg Abbott: Cartel Violence Threatens Texas-Mexico Border By Edward Lane Wichita Falls Law Enforcement Examiner Texas Attorney General and gubernatorial candidate Greg Abbott told Greta Van Susteren recently cartel violence was one of the reasons it was necessary for he and Governor Rick Perry to dispatch the National Guard to protect the Texas-Mexico border, according […]
Greg Abbott discussed the border crisis with Greta Van Susteren on Fox News.
AUSTIN, TEXAS (Attorney General) – Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott issued the following statement regarding the decision announced Monday to deploy the National Guard to the Texas-Mexico border: “I applaud Governor Perry for providing the decisive leadership needed to address this crisis. Make no mistake: This is more than a border crisis – this is […]
Greg Abbott discusses the border crisis with Lou Dobbs on Fox Business Network.
Abbott: Serving Those Who Served By Greg Abbott Rio Grande Guardian AUSTIN, July 14 – America is the greatest force for freedom the world has ever known. That is because we have the mightiest military in the history of the world. And Texas is the greatest force for job creation in the nation. That is […]
Abbott Blasts Obama On Economic Policy, Immigration Ahead Of President’s Speech By Brittney Martin Dallas Morning News’ Trail Blazers Blog Hours before Barack Obama is slated to discuss the economy Thursday in Austin, Greg Abbott said the president is “all talk and no action.” The attorney general and GOP candidate for governor spoke to the […]
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