Texas lawmakers, most Texans celebrating Trump’s projected victory as 47th US President

HOUSTON – Supporters of former President Donald Trump wasted no time celebrating his return to the White House.

Hours before the race was called, Texas Governor Greg Abbott was one of the earliest to congratulate Trump on X.

Abbott also sent out a statement where he congratulated President Donald J. Trump and JD Vance on their victory in the 2024 presidential election.

“Tonight, the American people rejected Kamala Harris’ failed agenda of open borders, skyrocketing inflation, and anti-energy policies for an agenda that will put Americans first,” said Governor Abbott. “President Donald Trump’s victory ensures that America’s future will be brighter and more prosperous than ever. The Trump-Vance Administration will cement America’s energy dominance, crack down on crime, secure our borders, and restore American strength, prosperity, and success once again. I look forward to working with President Trump to secure the border and make America great again.”

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U.S. Senator John Cornyn released the following statement on the results of the Presidential election:

“Congratulations to President Trump on his historic victory. Texans have made their voices heard and have had enough of Democrats’ failed policies and absent leadership. Faced with higher costs for just about everything, a wide-open southern border, and a lagging economy that doesn’t work for them, the American people are rightly fed up with a Biden-Harris administration that has only made their lives harder, not easier.

“I’m confident President Trump will hit the ground running to restore the Office of the President to what it should be – one that keeps the American people safe and prosperous. It is critically important that the Senate is prepared to enact his pro-growth agenda from day one. Come January, we must be ready to confirm his nominees, pass a budget, address our debt, extend the Trump tax cuts, and reverse Kamala Harris’ disastrous border security policies.

“Over the years, President Trump and I have worked closely together, especially while I served as Senate Majority Whip, on some of his biggest achievements like landmark tax reform and the confirmations of Justices Gorsuch and Kavanaugh. I am looking forward to continuing to serve our nation working hand in glove with him and my Republican colleagues to kickstart his administration and make America great again by making the Senate work again.”

Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick celebrated Trump’s win on X.

“𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐦𝐩 𝐖𝐈𝐍𝐒 Two weeks ago, I predicted on Laura Ingraham that President Trump would win by a huge victory of 297-312 electoral votes. I spoke with the President this morning and said he would have a huge victory. I had no idea he would repeat that on Fox shortly after our call. I’m so proud of him and everyone who voted for him. Americans took their country back from the radical socialist left.”

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Attorney General Ken Paxton released a statement on conservative victories across Texas.

“Tonight, Texas has once again proven itself as a bastion of unwavering conservative values and a firewall against the radical left. Across this great state, when Republicans unite, we are an unstoppable force — delivering decisive victories that send a clear message: Texas will never turn blue. This is a victory for every hardworking Texan who believes in secure borders, freedom of speech, the sanctity of life, and a government that serves the people — not special interests. The people of Texas stood up to the left’s destructive agenda and chose the path of prosperity, freedom, and American values. And, of course, we celebrate President Trump’s strong win in Texas, showing yet again that Texans support a true fighter who puts America First. And let me personally congratulate Senator Ted Cruz on his hard-fought re-election victory, standing firm for Texas in the U.S. Senate. Tonight’s results remind us that Texas is a conservative stronghold and always will be. Together, we are taking a stand for our values, and we are ready to keep fighting to preserve the Texas we love for generations to come. The tide of true conservatism is sweeping through our state, and we are just getting started.”