Greg Abbott’s Threat Rebuked by Largest Texas Newspaper: ‘Demagogic’ [Video]

Texas’ largest newspaper accused Governor Greg Abbott of perpetuating “demagogic” tendencies when citing his threats against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in higher education.

Newsweek has reached out to Abbott’s communications director via email on Friday.

Why It Matters

Shortly after taking office earlier this week, President Donald Trump ordered what he called “ending radical and wasteful government DEI programs and preferencing.” DEI has become a flashpoint issue, particularly for Republicans, and Abbott, a Trump ally, has been an advocate of riding DEI policies prior to Trump assuming office.

The Houston Chronicle, the largest Texas newspaper, penned an article against Abbott’s threat to Texas A&M University president over DEI, suggesting he is “following in the dishonorable footsteps of two of his predecessors when it comes to Texas higher education.”