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Texas Gov. calls out El Paso ISD on financial challenges
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Jocelyn Flores , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· August 19, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Greg Abbott commented on the financial situation of the El Paso Independent School District, stating it had spiraled out of control. The governor also mentioned that problems have arisen in another district, the Austin Independent School District.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott commented on the financial situation of the El Paso Independent School District, stating it had spiraled out of control. He made this statement during a visit on Wednesday, Aug. 19. The governor also mentioned that problems have arisen in another district, the Austin Independent School District.
Further details about the governor's comments and the financial challenges faced by the districts are available.
The governor's statement highlights financial issues in these school districts, but specific details about the problems and potential solutions are not provided here.
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Category: schools Published: August 19, 2026 Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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