AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMidterm Showdown: Trump campaigned in Corpus Christi and Lubbock to boost Ken Paxton in a tight Senate race against James Talarico, pitching Texas-refined Venezuelan oil and a rollback of Biden-era methane rules. Early voting could set a record, while polls also show a close governor’s race. Campaign Cash: Greg Abbott raised $26 million in the latest reporting period, including $5 million from Elon Musk; Gina Hinojosa raised $17.5 million but had less than $1 million left to spend. Texas Economy: Houston lost more than 7,300 jobs in September, its second-largest monthly decline in nearly 40 years, though employment remains higher than a year ago. Tech Investment: An SMU-led semiconductor hub won nearly $29 million to build chip facilities and train workers across North Texas and southern Oklahoma. Houston Oversight: City Council is set to consider tighter rules for companies receiving tax breaks, requiring clearer commitments on jobs, wages and community benefits.
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