TX-COMP: Comptroller candidate Don Huffines (R) appointed to role ahead of November election
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — Republican nominee for Comptroller Don Huffines is now the incumbent heading into November’s election.
On Thursday, Republican Gov. Greg Abbott appointed Huffines to replace acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock, who resigned from the position. Huffines’ appointment is effective on Aug. 1.
In March, Huffines shattered Hancock’s hopes of winning the role permanently, handing him a resounding defeat in the Republican primary. Now, he’ll take over the job earlier than anticipated.
“Don Huffines brings the right mix of business experience and conservative principles to this vital office,” said Abbott in a statement. “He is a fifth-generation Texan, successful businessman, and proven conservative leader who puts taxpayers first. His private-sector experience and dedication to limited government make him exceptionally qualified to lead the state’s finances and protect every taxpayer dollar with integrity and accountability.”
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