Greg Abbott Announces Candidacy for Historic Fourth Term as Texas Governor

Greg Abbott Announces Candidacy for Historic Fourth Term as Texas Governor

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has officially announced his candidacy for the 2026 gubernatorial race. Abbott, who has been serving as governor since 2015, is seeking a fourth term, which would set a record as the longest-serving governor in Texas history. Prior to his role as governor, Abbott served as the Texas Attorney General and as a justice on the Texas Supreme Court.

Born in Wichita Falls and raised in Duncanville, Abbott is a native Texan who graduated from the University of Texas at Austin before earning his law degree from Vanderbilt University Law School. His campaign focuses on key issues such as growing the Texas economy, defending the Second Amendment, protecting religious freedom, supporting law enforcement, and securing the Texas-Mexico border.

Abbott's announcement comes after a successful tenure as governor, during which he has prioritized issues important to Texans. As he embarks on his campaign for a fourth term, Abbott aims to continue his work in leading the state and addressing the challenges and opportunities facing Texas.