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Gov. Greg Abbott

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48th Governor of the great State of Texas. Named one of @TIME's 100 Most Influential People in the world. Building a bigger, better Texas.

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Gov. Greg Abbott
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Texas finally has a partner in President Trump to secure the border. Just this week, I deployed tactical strike teams to support homeland security operations. Also issued 5 Executive Orders directing state agencies to partner with the Trump Admin. More:
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Gov. Greg Abbott
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Every Texan is equal under the law. That's why I directed all state agencies to ban DEI policies attempting to divide Texans. We must treat all Texans equally regardless of race and allow people to advance based on merit. Read my Executive Order:
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Gov. Greg Abbott
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School choice matters in Texas because our children deserve a bright future. This session, we'll ensure every Texas student has the opportunity to receive the best education for their needs. Texas will expand school choice to help our students thrive.
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Gov. Greg Abbott
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Today, I ordered Texas state agencies to ban Chinese government-based AI and social media apps from ALL state-issued devices. Texas state agencies must be protected from malicious espionage operations by the Chinese Communist Party. Read my order:
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Gov. Greg Abbott
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This week, I deployed more than 400 soldiers from the Texas Tactical Border Force to secure the border alongside U.S. Border Patrol agents. Together, they are protecting Texas—and the nation.
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Gov. Greg Abbott
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Today, I released the 2025 Texas Music Industry Economic Impact Report. @txmusicoffice . This report tracks the growth of the Texas music industry, including music businesses, music education, and music-related tourism. Read the full report here:
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Today, I sent a letter to Texas state agency heads directing them to follow state and federal law in rejecting woke gender ideologies. The biological reality is there are only two sexes—male and female. All Texas agencies must comply. Read my letter:
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Gov. Greg Abbott
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Texas universities like @UTSA are leading the way in programs that invest in space exploration, research, and more. Texas prepares our students for careers that are critical to the future. Read more:
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Gov. Greg Abbott
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Announcing Lubbock is designated the second Digital Media Friendly Texas Certified Community in our state!. Industry leaders in Texas play a major role in digital media production. Learn more:
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Gov. Greg Abbott
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Small businesses drive the Texas economy. Last year, I created the Small Business Freedom Council to cut rules, fees, and regulations. Texas will continue to support and empower our 3.2 MILLION small businesses and hardworking entrepreneurs. Learn more:
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Gov. Greg Abbott
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Today, I announced Summit Next Gen will open a world-class sustainable aviation fuel manufacturing and refining facility along the Gulf Coast. This JETI program project is a $1.6 billion investment that will create good-paying jobs for Texans. More:
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Gov. Greg Abbott
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Announcing I issued five Executive Orders directing state agencies to partner with the Trump Administration. Texas will assist in their border and homeland security operations to protect Americans. Read my Executive Orders here:
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Gov. Greg Abbott
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The Trump Administration is deporting the worst of the worst. Texas will help them do that. Now, anyone apprehended coming across the border illegally will be sent back immediately. The days of President Biden's open border policies are gone.
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Gov. Greg Abbott
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Today, I directed @TDEM to ready state emergency response resources ahead of potential heavy rainfall that could lead to flash floods. Remember, Texas: Turn Around, Don't Drown. Check for flood information. More:
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Gov. Greg Abbott
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Texas is America's undisputed jobs leader for the third year in a row!. We added more jobs in 2024 than in any other state. Texas will remain the national leader in job creation and fuel America’s jobs engine. More:
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Gov. Greg Abbott
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The City of Corsicana is our state's next Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community!. The booming Texas tourism industry boosts job creation and economic growth in every region of our state. More here:
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Gov. Greg Abbott
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Texas is a national leader in education. 🎓90% high school graduation rate.🎓#1 for Blue Ribbon schools.🎓All-time high for public education funding AND per-student funding. Working with the Texas Legislature this session, we’ll build a brighter future for EVERY Texas student.
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Gov. Greg Abbott
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Today, I directed @TxDPS to deploy tactical strike teams to support Homeland Security operations. These teams will coordinate the Homeland Security Task Force to track down illegal immigrants with active warrants across Texas and deport them. More:
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Gov. Greg Abbott
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Stargate will construct data centers right here in Texas. Texas is the home of innovation.
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Gov. Greg Abbott
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On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, and every day, Texas stands with the people of Israel. Antisemitism has no place in Texas or our world. We will always remember the victims of this atrocity.
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