Democrat Gina Hinojosa stuns Abbott, makes history as first Latina Texas governor
Gina Hinojosa defeated Greg Abbott by campaigning against school vouchers and corporate influence, but her strategy tying Abbott to Trump proved pivotal.
TL;DR
- Gina Hinojosa has defeated Greg Abbott for the governorship of Texas.
- This victory ends a 36-year losing streak for Democrats in Texas gubernatorial elections.
- Hinojosa is the first Latina to be elected governor of Texas.
- Abbott conceded the election to Hinojosa.
- Donald Trump blamed Abbott's loss on him becoming a 'RINO'.
- Hinojosa's campaign focused on public education funding, teacher pay, opposing school vouchers, and opposing data center moratoriums.
- Abbott's platform included tighter border security, abortion restrictions, school choice vouchers, and expanded gun rights.
- Abbott's re-election campaign focused on economic issues and lowering property taxes.