# Abbott’s ties to Musk complicate his Texas reelection bid

https://mins.news/en/video/120172

- CNN, 2026-10-29 03:15 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6SnzaAKYGI

> Republican Gov. Greg Abbott is facing an unexpectedly strong challenge from Democratic state lawmaker Gina Hinojosa. Abbott has spent heavily on advertising, backed by a large campaign fund that includes a $5 million contribution from Elon Musk. Hinojosa is drawing on voter discontent over data centers, governance and a controversial school voucher program.

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