Don Huffines sworn in as Texas comptroller ahead of November elections
Don Huffines, Republican candidate for Texas Comptroller, speaks during the 2026 Texas State Republican Convention stand for the Pledge of Allegiance and the Texas state pledge on Friday, June 12, 2026 in Houston.
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Don Huffines, a Republican, was sworn in as the Texas comptroller. The ceremony took place before the November elections. He spoke at the Texas State Republican Convention in Houston. He is running to keep the comptroller seat.
Why it matters
The comptroller controls Texas state money, including taxes and budgets. Voters will choose who holds this office in the November election.
- Who is Don Huffines?
- He is a Republican politician who was sworn in as Texas comptroller.
- What does the Texas comptroller do?
- The comptroller manages state finances, such as collecting taxes and overseeing the budget.
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Don Huffines sworn in as Texas comptroller ahead of November elections
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