The governor is Texas’ chief executive, with a hand in everything from enforcing laws to setting budget priorities and responding to crises. Here’s a look at who’s running in the 2026 primary and where they come from.

Abbott entered 2026 with a staggering $105,737,180 cash on hand. The latest total contributions to the campaign sit at $45,343,474, with $44,067,462 in expenditures, according to data compiled by Transparency USA, a nonpartisan website that tracks public donations to candidates.

Governor Greg Abbott announced that he directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources ahead of potential winter weather impacts expected across the state beginning Thursday.

Twenty-four candidates have filed to run for governor of Texas, including Gov. Greg Abbott, who is seeking his fourth term.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott declared a state of emergency ahead of severe winter weather expected to affect most of the state.

On March 3, voters in the primary election will decide who will be the Republican candidate in the race for Texas governor. Eleven Republicans are seeking the nomination.

Source: Polls collected by The New York Times. Pollsters that meet at least two of the three criteria below are considered “select pollsters” by The Times, as long as they are conducting polls for nonpartisan sponsors.

Gov. Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration for 134 counties as a severe winter storm threatens the state with life-threatening cold and ice starting Friday evening.

The lieutenant governor’s office is often described as the most powerful in Texas government. Here’s a look at who’s running in the 2026 Democratic and Republican primaries and where they stand.