Democrats invest more heavily in Gina Hinojosa as Pritzker offers support

National Democrats are increasing their financial backing for Texas Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa as recent polls indicate a close race against the incumbent Republican Governor Greg Abbott. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and the Democratic Governors Association (DGA) are each contributing at least $1 million to Hinojosa’s campaign, with Pritzker’s donation totaling $1.2 million. This support comes at a critical time, as Hinojosa’s campaign has been significantly outspent by Abbott’s, who has raised $20 million compared to her $13 million from July to September. Despite Abbott’s financial advantage, recent polls show the race tightening, prompting increased investment from national Democrats. The DGA’s decision to support Hinojosa followed pressure from Latino Democratic leaders and a commitment from Pritzker. Abbott’s campaign criticized Hinojosa for seeking support from out-of-state Democrats. The last Democrat to win the Texas governor’s office was Ann Richards in 1990, and the state has leaned Republican in recent elections. QUESTION: How might the increased financial support from national Democrats impact the outcome of the Texas gubernatorial race?