The governor's contributions, made since the March 5 primary, included 10 Republican incumbents and challengers whose support is needed to pass a “school...
The spending follows $6 million the governor has already spent to unseat incumbents and support like-minded Republicans.
Abbott’s contributions, made since the March 5 primary, included 10 Republican incumbents and challengers whose support he’s counting on to pass a “school choice” bill during the 2025 legislative session.The spending came after Abbott received $6 million from Pennsylvania billionaire Jeff Yass, a top proponent of voucher programs that allow parents to use tax dollars for private school costs.Texas Gov. Greg Abbott poses for a photo with state Rep.
Heading toward the runoff, Abbott focused on 10 candidates, giving the most money, $340,581, to Trey Wharton, who is facing Ben Bius in the GOP primary for a District 12 seat being vacated by state Rep. Kyle Kacal, R-College Station. In District 33, which includes Rockwall County and part of Collin County, Abbott endorsed Pierson after she advanced to a runoff with Holland. Abbott will join Pierson on Friday for a get-out-the vote rally in Rockwall.
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