Latest / Fresh Intelligence / Trump Accuses Greg Abbott of Becoming a 'RINO' After Republican Loses Texas Governor's Seat for First Time in Decades
Transcript
- 0:00[SPEAKER_00]: President Donald Trump turned on Greg Abbott after the Texas Governor lost his reelection bid to Gina Hinohosa.
- 0:08[SPEAKER_00]: Gina Hinohosa's victory ended 32 years of Republican control of the Texas Governor's office.
- 0:16[SPEAKER_00]: She became the first Democratic Governor of Texas since 1995, marking a historic political shift.
- 0:24[SPEAKER_00]: After conceding the race, Abbott congratulated Gina Hinohosa on her victory, according to various reports.
- 0:31[SPEAKER_00]: Trump criticized Abbott shortly after, claiming he had become a rhino during the campaign's final months.
- 0:38[SPEAKER_00]: He stated, if Greg Abbott, the governor of Texas, hadn't become a rhino in the last six months, he wouldn't have lost.
- 0:46[SPEAKER_00]: The President noted Abbott reverted to his original formula without providing specifics.
- 0:52[SPEAKER_00]: Trump's remarks marked a significant shift in tone toward Abbott, whom he had endorsed earlier.
- 0:59[SPEAKER_00]: Gina faced a notable fundraising disadvantage, but campaigned on critical issues like affordability and education.
- 1:07[SPEAKER_00]: Despite Abbott's over $100 million in campaign funds, Gina Hinohosa focused on her message and constituent needs,
- 1:16[SPEAKER_00]: tensions also arose between Abbott and Trump, over Texas regulations on data centers earlier this year.
- 1:24[SPEAKER_00]: In August, Abbott paused approvals for data centers, which Trump called a mistake for Texas.
- 1:30[SPEAKER_00]: Following his concession, Abbott pledged to assist with Gina's transition into office.
- 1:36[SPEAKER_00]: Gina, previously president of the Austin Independent School District, will be the first Latina governor of Texas.
- 1:44[SPEAKER_00]: Her inauguration is scheduled for January 2027, paving the way for a new direction in Texas politics.