Gina Hinojosa's policies: Key things she hopes to accomplish as Texas governor – FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth

Gina Hinojosa’s policies: Key things she hopes to accomplish as Texas governor  FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth

Gina Hinojosa defeated Greg Abbott in the Texas governor’s race with a campaign primarily focused on improving public education and lowering everyday costs. AUSTIN, TEXAS – NOVEMBER 3: Texas Democratic gubernatorial candidate, State Rep. Gina Hinojosa speaks during her election night watch party at Assembly Hall on November 3, 2026 in Austin, Texas. State Rep. Gina Hinojosa is the projected winner of the DALLAS – Gina Hinojosa defeated Greg Abbott in the Texas governor’s race with a campaign primarily focused on improving public education and lowering everyday costs. As she begins the transition into the governor’s office, she already has plans for day one of her governorship and a few other priorities she has said she’s focused on.

Hinojosa will officially be administered the oath of office on Jan. 19, 2027. Hinojosa said in a speech after her win Tuesday night that she intends to fire Texas Commissioner of Education Mike Morath the day she takes office. "I will take the oath of office ready to lead a government by the people and for the people," she said. "Not for the people who donated the most, not for the people who know the right people, but for every Texan." Gina Hinojosa made history in multiple ways Tuesday night after defeating Greg Abbott in the Texas governor’s race. While speaking to