It’s O’Rourke’s largest-ever donation as he runs for governor against Greg Abbott. Abbott, however, maintains a massive fundraising advantage and is no stranger to seven-figure contributions.
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Texas 2022 Elections
At Texas Democratic Party convention, recognition of high stakes and a tough road ahead
Attendees in Dallas seemed energized by the state’s abortion ban, lax gun laws and power grid failures. But they also knew they face major headwinds.
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TribCast: Are there signs of life for Beto O’Rourke’s campaign?
In this week’s episode, Matthew speaks with Mitchell and Patrick about the power grid, the race for governor and the extra money the Texas Legislature will have on hand to spend next year.
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With $27.6 million haul, Beto O’Rourke sets a new fundraising record in Texas politics
Incumbent Gov. Greg Abbott entered this year with a much larger war chest and still has the financial upper hand in the race. He raised $24.9 million over the same time period.
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Beto O’Rourke to launch 49-day campaign tour of Texas
The Democratic gubernatorial challenger plans to hold 70 public events in more than 65 counties.
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Texas 2022 Elections
Gov. Greg Abbott’s lead over Beto O’Rourke narrows to 6 points, poll finds
The Republican incumbent’s lead over his Democratic challenger shrank last month, according to a Texas Politics Project poll. The 6-point gap is smaller than when Republican George W. Bush ousted Democrat Ann Richards in 1994.
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How the end of Roe and the Uvalde school shooting could reshape the race for Texas governor
A history-making spring in Texas is laying the groundwork for a contentious final four months in the race to lead the state, where Republican incumbent Greg Abbott remains the favorite but is confronting his toughest Democratic opponent yet in Beto O’Rourke.
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Gov. Greg Abbott unloads nearly $20 million in ad buys in race against Beto O’Rourke
The Republican governor is stressing one of his biggest advantages — money — as he faces a competitive challenge for reelection.
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Texas Abortion Restrictions
Beto O’Rourke vows to repeal Texas abortion ban if elected governor
The Democratic nominee faces an uphill battle in his challenge to Gov. Greg Abbott, and the Legislature is likely to remain under Republican control.
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Texas Republicans cheer end of Roe v. Wade while Democrats vow to fight back in November
Attorney General Ken Paxton declared on Twitter that he would be closing his office and “making it an annual holiday” in honor of the Supreme Court decision.
