Here’s why Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is in a wheelchair
WEBMar 1, 2024 · Some may have found out only recently that Abbott is in a wheelchair — perhaps after former President Donald Trump revealed the governor is on his short list of potential vice presidential candidates for his 2024 run. Others have known for decades.
Why is Governor Greg Abbott in a Wheelchair?
WEBWhile some politicians talk about having a spine of steel, Governor Abbott actually has one. He’ll use his steel spine to fight for you and for every Texas family! Learn why Texas Governor Greg Abbott is in a wheelchair. His story is one of triumph over tragedy.
Why Does Greg Abbott Use a Wheelchair? Texas Governor ... - Newsweek
WEBAug 18, 2021 · Photos of the event and the video statement showed Abbott using a wheelchair. That appeared to prompt a spike in people searching for answers as to why, according to the Google Trends analytics...
Greg Abbott - Wikipedia
WEBElected in 2014, Abbott is the first Texas governor and third governor of a U.S. state to use a wheelchair, the others being Franklin D. Roosevelt and George Wallace.
What Happened to Greg Abbott? Accident & Health Explained
WEBJul 18, 2024 · As stated on his website, Abbott was 26 years old at the time of the accident that forced him to use a wheelchair. The former Texas attorney general was taking a break from studying for his bar...
Why is Greg Abbott in a wheelchair? How he overcame an accident
WEBOct 13, 2022 · A life-threatening accident put Greg Abbott in a wheelchair while still in his 20s. It's become a key part of his political story in the Texas governor's race.
Why Texas Gov. Greg Abbott uses a wheelchair - Dallas News
WEBMay 18, 2018 · Abbott describes paralyzing accident as he tells anti-abortion convention that all life has value. Abbott has received $6 million from suit over accident that disabled him
Here's why Texas Gov. Greg Abbott uses a wheelchair
WEBNov 6, 2017 · Abbott appeared on camera in a wheelchair, sparking high search interest online about his disability and condition.
Texas governor’s book on struggle after paralyzing accident
WEBApr 4, 2016 · In 1984 at age 26, Abbott was jogging when a falling tree crushed his spine and left him using a wheelchair. He received millions in a lawsuit settlement, but now opposes large jury awards in civil cases.
Here's why Texas Gov. Greg Abbott uses a wheelchair - Dayton …
WEBNov 5, 2017 · Here's why Abbott uses a wheelchair: In 1984, when he was 26 years old, Abbott became partially paralyzed after an oak tree, which had become weak after a storm, fell on him during his run.
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