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Hinojosa stops in Laredo to pitch ‘Corruption Tax Refund,’ to keynote Webb County Democratic Party launch
By Kobe Arriaga at KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· July 11, 2026
· 1 min read
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa made a stop in Laredo July 10, pushing what she is calling a “Corruption Tax Refund.”The state representative is challenging Gov. Greg Abbott in November. She said the state has been sitting on nearly $25 billion in the state’...
Key takeaway (KGNS) - Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa made a stop in Laredo July 10, pushing what she is calling a “Corruption Tax Refund.
Why this matters in Laredo News
Gina Hinojosa's visit to Laredo and proposal for a Corruption Tax Refund comes at a time when many local residents are feeling the strain of economic uncertainty. With the city's economy closely tied to international trade and commerce, any potential influx of funds could have a significant impact on household budgets and local businesses. The promise of a $1,500 check to every Texas household could be particularly appealing to Laredo families who are struggling to make ends meet. As Hinojosa prepares to keynote the Webb County Democratic Party's midterm campaign launch, her message of economic relief is likely to resonate with voters who are looking for alternatives to the current state leadership. The success of her proposal, however, will depend on her ability to work with the Texas Legislature, which has been a point of contention in the past.
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Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News ·
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What is this story about? LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa made a stop in Laredo July 10, pushing what she is calling a “Corruption Tax Refund.”The state representative is challenging Gov. Greg Abbott in November. She said the state has been sitting on nearly $25 billion in the state’...
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