October 20, 2026
Gov. Greg Abbott (R-TX) is facing his most competitive reelection battle yet, with a tough political environment for Republicans as his Democratic challenger, Gina Hinojosa, creeps up in the polls. Abbott, who is seeking a fourth term, faces possible headwinds as President Donald Trump grapples with low approval ratings amid rising gas prices and the […]

Gov. Greg Abbott (R-TX) is facing his most competitive reelection battle yet, with a tough political environment for Republicans as his Democratic challenger, Gina Hinojosa, creeps up in the polls.

Abbott, who is seeking a fourth term, faces possible headwinds as President Donald Trump grapples with low approval ratings amid rising gas prices and the war in Iran. The president’s party has historically faced challenges in midterm elections.

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