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While some politicians talk about having a spine of steel, Governor Abbott actually has one. He’ll use his steel spine to fight for you and for every Texas family! Learn why Texas Governor Greg Abbott is in a wheelchair. His story is one of triumph over tragedy.
Mar 1, 2024 · Some may have found out only recently that Abbott is in a wheelchair — perhaps after former President Donald Trump revealed the governor is on his short list of potential vice presidential candidates for his 2024 run. Others have known for decades.
Nov 8, 2022 · Why is Governor Greg Abbott in a wheelchair? When he was 26, a freak accident resulted in Greg Abbott's paralysis from the waist down. Back on July 14, 1984, Abbott was jogging before a storm caused an oak tree to fall on him.
Aug 18, 2021 · Photos of the event and the video statement showed Abbott using a wheelchair. That appeared to prompt a spike in people searching for answers as to why, according to the Google Trends analytics...
Oct 13, 2022 · A life-threatening accident put Greg Abbott in a wheelchair while still in his 20s. It's become a key part of his political story in the Texas governor's race.
May 18, 2018 · Abbott describes paralyzing accident as he tells anti-abortion convention that all life has value. Abbott has received $6 million from suit over accident that disabled him
Apr 4, 2016 · In 1984 at age 26, Abbott was jogging when a falling tree crushed his spine and left him using a wheelchair. He received millions in a lawsuit settlement, but now opposes large jury awards in civil cases.
