Latino Dems urge investment in Hinojosa campaign as Texas governor’s race tightens

Latino Democratic leaders are urging the Democratic Governors Association (DGA) to increase its financial support for Texas gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa, following a New York Times/Siena College poll showing her narrowly leading Republican Governor Greg Abbott. Despite this lead, Hinojosa faces a significant financial disadvantage, with Abbott and his allies outspending her by a 10-to-1 margin. Over 70 Latino Democratic leaders have requested the DGA, led by Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, to invest $10 million in the Texas race. Beshear, a potential 2028 presidential candidate, is currently focused on supporting incumbent Democratic governors. Julián Castro, former San Antonio mayor and Obama administration official, has publicly called for more support for Hinojosa, emphasizing her potential to win. As the election nears, Democrats view Texas as increasingly competitive, despite the financial challenges Hinojosa faces in a state that favored Trump by a wide margin in 2024. QUESTION: How might increased financial support from the DGA impact the outcome of the Texas governor’s race?