Governor Greg Abbott and Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick will join former President George W. Bush and former First Lady Laura Bush at President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott will be attending President-elect Donald Trump 's inauguration in Washington, D.C. on Monday. Abbott and Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, both Republicans and close Trump allies, have confirmed their presence at the swearing-in ceremony. Both also attended Trump's 2017 inauguration, marking their first terms in office. Former President George W. Bush and former First Lady Laura Bush have also confirmed their attendance.
Abbott's appearance follows a recent meeting with other Republican governors at Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort, where they discussed how states can support the incoming president in implementing his policies, particularly regarding immigration. Trump has publicly expressed his admiration for Abbott, praising his work on border security and even considering him as a potential running mate before ultimately selecting U.S. Senator J.D. Vance of Ohio.Patrick has consistently been a significant figure in Trump's circle of influence. As Trump's Texas campaign chairman during all three of his presidential campaigns, Patrick frequently visited the White House during Trump's first term to collaborate on border security initiatives
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