Supporters of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott watch his debate with Texas Democratic gubernatorial candidate Beto O'Rourke, Friday, Sept. 30, 2022, in McAllen, Texas.
Texas, Friday night usually means high-energy high school football games — a contrast to the relatively muted debate between gubernatorial candidates Beto O’Rourke and Gov. Greg Abbott in an empty studio with no audience or press in the main chamber.