OriginalSourceCBS NewsUnited StatesLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedPublished04:19 UTCSourceCBS NewsUnited StatesLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedPublished04:19 UTC
“Gina Hinojosa wins Texas gubernatorial race against Greg Abbott”
“Texas voters elected a governor to serve a four-year term overseeing the state’s executive branch, implementing laws and shaping policies.”
Gina Hinojosa defeats Greg Abbott to become Texas governor
Key points
- Democrat Gina Hinojosa defeats incumbent Greg Abbott in 2026 Texas governor race.
- Hinojosa becomes the first Democrat Texas governor since 1991 and third woman to hold the post.
- Abbott sought a fourth term; race tightened in polls before Election Day.
- Hinojosa campaigned on affordability, public education, and protection for residents.
- Election ends Republican control of Texas governor’s mansion that began in 1995.
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