The release of the deliberations would have a chilling effect on the frank and open discussion necessary for the decision-making process,’ said Gov. Abbott’s public information coordinator

Is Texas Governor Greg Abbott hiding something about his dealings with Elon Musk? Some people think so after refusing to share emails.

Mexican first responders entered the United States to bolster search and rescue efforts after deadly floods hit the state of Texas on July 4, 2025, but a widespread video that purports to show Texas Governor Greg Abbott calling for their deportation is altered.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is refusing to release months of email communications between his office and Elon Musk or representatives from Musk’s companies, arguing the messages are “intimate” and “embarrassing” and therefore not subject to public disclosure.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is refusing to release months of emails with Elon Musk and his company representatives, claiming the communications are “intimate and embarrassing.” The documents were requested as part of an investigation into Musk’s growing influence in the Texas business and political scene.

July 15, 2025 - By Lauren McGaughy, The Texas Newsroom - Texas Gov. Greg Abbott doesn’t want to reveal months of communications with Elon Musk or representatives from the tech mogul’s companies, arguing in part that they are of a private nature, not of public interest and potentially embarrassing.

Musk had become more entrenched in Texas politics after the movement of both Tesla and SpaceX headquarters from California to the state.

A devastating flood is making national news, prompting people to wonder why Dan Patrick is acting governor of Texas while Greg Abbott is away.

The Texas governor's office cited legal language that it could withhold "intimate and embarrassing" information — in this case, financial information.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott's office said Elon Musk had sent Abbott a number of "embarrassing" emails in the last few months.

Forecasters warn that slow-moving storms could bring heavy downpours to already saturated areas, increasing the risk of flash flooding.