Abbott outraises Hinojosa but depletes most campaign funds in Texas governor race

Who's involved

• Greg AbbottRepublican incumbent Texas governor running for reelection
• Gina HinojosaDemocratic challenger in Texas governor race
• Kim SnyderAbbott campaign manager

The facts

• Abbott raised over $20 million July through late September; Hinojosa raised more than $13 million.^{1 2} Stated by 2 sources
• Abbott ended reporting period with $18.2 million in war chest; Hinojosa had $4 million.^{1 2} Stated by 2 sources
• Abbott has burned through $141.3 million since start of year, including $74.1 million in latest period.^{1 2} Stated by 2 sources
• Hinojosa spent $12.1 million over 12-week span and maintained five points or less deficit in most surveys.^{1 2} Stated by 2 sources
• Three polls last month showed Hinojosa narrowly ahead of Abbott.^{1 2} Stated by 2 sources
• Public poll released Sept. 17 showed Hinojosa leading Abbott for the first time this cycle.^{1 2} Stated by 2 sources
• Hinojosa's campaign reported 74% of donors were first-time contributors.^{1 2} Stated by 2 sources

Who said what

These are statements and claims made by the people involved. They are reported, not verified.

• Hinojosa campaign Despite being outspent 10-to-1, Hinojosa is leading with key constituencies and momentum is building.^{1 2}
• Abbott campaign strategist Poll showing Hinojosa leading by 3 points is bogus and garbage.^{1 2}
• Greg Abbott Internal polling paints a different picture than recent public polls.^{1 2}
• Kim Snyder (Abbott campaign manager) Abbott has resources needed to win and support Republican candidates up and down ballot.^{1 2}