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Gov. Abbott appoints Don Huffines to be Texas comptroller
Summary by Spring Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Alejandro Serrano, Texas Tribune , as published by Houston Public Media
· July 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about this appointment and Huffines' background can be found through Houston Public Media, the source of this information.
A recent appointment by Gov. Abbott has named Don Huffines as the Texas comptroller. Huffines is a former Republican state senator who is now seeking a full term in this position.
He has a history of being one of the most conservative lawmakers in Austin. Notably, Huffines previously challenged Gov. Abbott in a primary from the right.
Further details about this appointment and Huffines' background can be found through Houston Public Media, the source of this information.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: Houston Public Media ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A recent appointment by Gov. Abbott has named Don Huffines as the Texas comptroller. Huffines is a former Republican state senator who is now seeking a full term in this position. He has a history of…
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