News – Press Release

Oct 30

ICYMI: Governor Abbott On Fox News’ “Your World” With Neil Cavuto

Governor Greg Abbott today appeared on Your World with Fox News' Neil Cavuto and provided an update on the state's response to severe weather that has caused flooding and damage in Central Texas.

Oct 30

Governor Abbott Issues Statement On Death Of DPS Officer In Mills County

Governor Greg Abbott today issued the following statement on the death of Texas Department of Public Safety Sergeant William "Karl" Keesee in Mills County on Thursday night.

Oct 30

What They Are Saying About Governor Abbott’s Letter To Dallas Co. Sheriff

What the they are saying about Governor Abbott issuing a letter on Dallas County Sheriff's refusal to honor federal immigration detainer policy.

Oct 29

ICYMI: Governor Abbott Discusses Plan To End Sanctuary Cities In Texas On The Kelly File

Governor Greg Abbott appeared on FOX News' The Kelly File on Wednesday to discuss his plan to end sanctuary city policies in Texas.

Oct 27

ICYMI: Governor Abbott Discusses Ending Sanctuary Cities On The Blaze

Governor Greg Abbott today appeared on Dana, hosted by TheBlaze TV’s Dana Loesch, to discuss his call to enforce federal immigration laws and eliminate sanctuary cities.

Oct 26

ICYMI: Governor Abbott Discusses Call To End Sanctuary Cities On The Sean Hannity Show

Governor Greg Abbott today spoke with radio host Sean Hannity to discuss his call to end sanctuary city policies in Texas.

Oct 26

Governor Abbott Issues Letter On Dallas County Sheriff’s Refusal To Honor Federal Immigration Detain

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a letter calling on Dallas County Sheriff Lupe Valdez to reverse her unilaterally enacted policy of refusing to automatically detain all criminal immigrants pursuant to the U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) federal detainer program, which is designed to prevent dangerous criminals from being released into communities.

Oct 23

Governor Abbott Activates State Operations Center For Severe Weather

Governor Greg Abbott has announced an elevated activation of the Texas State Operations Center (SOC) as severe storms are expected to impact parts of Texas this weekend.