Trump's Pardon of Cuellar Alters Texas Congressional Race Dynamics
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President Trump’s pardon of Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar, facing federal corruption charges, has surprised and disappointed local Republicans in Texas, complicating their efforts to unseat him and potentially impacting the upcoming midterm elections. The pardon has caused mixed reactions among GOP leaders, with some seeing it as a setback for their campaign strategies, while others remain optimistic about their chances. The political landscape in Texas’ 28th District is now more uncertain, with implications for both parties in the upcoming election.
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