'Strong Working Relationship…': Hinojosa Softens Tone on Musk After Campaigning Against SpaceX Deal

'Strong working relationship…': Hinojosa softens tone on Musk after campaigning against SpaceX deal

Texas’ Democratic Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa is striking a more conciliatory tone toward Elon Musk after campaigning against a proposed SpaceX land deal, saying she can work with his companies if they operate "on our terms." "As Governor, I’ll protect our land and our livelihoods – not sell out to the highest bidder – because Texans deserve a leader who puts the people first," Hinojosa said in a campaign press release in October. But having wo…

Texas Governor Signals Shift in Tone Towards Elon Musk

Gina Hinojosa, the newly elected governor of Texas, is moving towards collaboration with Elon Musk after a campaign filled with critiques, recognizing the need to partner with influential businesses amid fierce opposition.

Texas' New Democrat Governor Caves To Elon Musk

Texas Gov.-elect Gina Hinojosa is already softening her rhetoric toward billionaire Elon Musk, signaling a willingness to work with his companies after spending her campaign attacking a proposed SpaceX land deal. The Democrat, who defeated Republican Gov. Greg Abbott in last week’s midterm elections, is now acknowledging that the relationship between Texas and one of […]

Gina Hinojosa Softens Stance on Elon Musk After Campaigning Against SpaceX Land Deal

Texas' Democratic Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa is now striking a conciliatory tone toward Elon Musk, saying she can work with his companies if they operate 'on our terms' — a notable shift from her campaign rhetoric against a proposed SpaceX land deal.

How the midterm election results could impact Elon Musk's many business interests in Texas

In recent years, Texas Republicans have enthusiastically welcomed Elon Musk and his companies to their state. Would that change when Democrats take charge of the state government?