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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott raised over $50 million in 2024 campaign funds

Gov. Greg Abbott said Wednesday he would not support tuition increases at the state's public colleges and universities during next year's legislative session. (Evan L'Roy/The Texas Tribune, Evan L'Roy/The Texas Tribune)

AUSTIN, Texas – It’s safe to say that 2024 was a prosperous year for Texas Governor Greg Abbott.

On Monday, Gov. Abbott announced that he had raised more than $50 million in the 2024 calendar year, with more than $45 million coming from Texans for Greg Abbott and an additional $6 million coming from the Greg Abbott Campaign candidate account.

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On Dec. 31 of last year, Texans for Greg Abbott reported almost $70 million of cash on hand.

In the most recent reporting period, the governor raised more than $21.5 million from just under 33,700 individuals who donated. 84% of those funds—or just over $18 million—came from Texans. Across all 50 states, the governor received more than 94,600 contributions.

“The strong support our campaign received is a clear indication of the trust Texans have in Governor Abbott and his steadfast, conservative leadership. Raising over $50 million from every corner of the state showcases the strength of the Governor’s vision for Texas. With nearly $70 million cash on hand, we are fully equipped to continue delivering on Governor Abbott’s mission to keep Texas a beacon of freedom and opportunity for generations,” Campaign Manager Kim Snyder said in a statement announcing the earnings.


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Michael is a Kingwood native who loves visiting local restaurants and overreacting to Houston sports. He joined the KPRC 2 family in the spring of 2024. He earned his B.A. from Texas A&M University in 2022 and his M.A. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2023.

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