The Brief A new poll is showing how close the Texas governor's race is Both Gov. Greg Abbott and challenger Gina Hinojosa continue to hit the campaign trail A research expert says the summer polls provide only a snapshot of the raceAs November draws closer, the campaign trail is hot, with Governor Abbott in San Antonio and Gina Hinojosa hitting cable television. What they're saying:The latest FOX News poll shows the race for Texas governor is tight. Incumbent Greg Abbott holds one point over democratic challenger, Gina Hinojosa, 50 to 49 %. Greg Abbott.