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Democrat running for governor slams Abbott’s proposal to get rid of San Antonio’s CPS Energy
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Michael Karlis , as published by San Antonio Current (alt-weekly)
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The proposal concerns CPS Energy, San Antonio's city-owned electrical utility.
A Democratic candidate for Texas governor has criticized a proposal by Governor Greg Abbott. The proposal concerns CPS Energy, San Antonio 's city-owned electrical utility. Gina Hinojosa, an Austin state representative, made her comments during a campaign event at the Woodlawn Theatre in San Antonio.
She accused Governor Abbott of trying to retaliate against the city and its utility. Further details about Hinojosa's comments and Governor Abbott's proposal are available from the San Antonio Current.
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Category: local Published: August 12, 2026 Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) Reading time: 1 min
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