Governor Greg Abbott will skip a high-profile political rally in San Antonio next week, where President Trump will campaign for Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in a tightly contested race. The decision comes as Abbott, seeking reelection, navigates a closely watched Republican primary battle ahead of the November midterms. Trump’s visit marks another stop on his nationwide push to support GOP candidates in key races, while Abbott’s absence raises questions about shifting priorities within Texas’ Republican leadership. The two leaders have historically maintained a strong alliance, making this a notable departure from past campaign strategies.


Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) will not appear alongside President Trump at an upcoming political rally in San Antonio as the Republican incumbent fights for reelection less than a month out from November's midterms. Trump is traveling to Texas Wednesday to stump for the state's attorney general, Ken Paxton (R), who is locked in a...