Gregory Wayne Abbott (born November 13, 1957) is an American attorney who has served as the 48th governor of Texas since January 20, 2015. A member of the Republican Party, Abbott previously served as the 50th attorney general of Texas from 2002 to 2015. He is the third governor of any U.S. state to permanently use a wheelchair. He is also the first disabled governor in Texas history.
Coming tomorrow? Abbott considering order closing bars, restaurants statewide
Gov. Greg Abbott is expected to make an announcement sometime tomorrow (Thursday, March 19) on a possible statewide shut-down of restaurants and bars.
Meanwhile, officials in Dallas County have banned social gatherings of more than 10 people, even in private homes, and community gatherings — things like weddings, funeral services, religious services — of more than 50 people.
