Trump backs Abbott, pledges $50.5 million in Texas storm relief
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Trump backs Abbott, pledges $50.5 million in Texas storm relief

Trump says he is sending $50.5 million to help Texas recover from severe storms while renewing his endorsement of Governor Greg Abbott, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick and Ken Paxton for U.S. Senate.

Richard Miniter
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First Published: September 1, 2026, 6:50 PM ET

WASHINGTON D.C. — Donald J. Trump said he is sending $50.5 million to Texas for storm recovery while renewing his endorsement of Governor Greg Abbott, the state’s 48th governor.