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Trump says he is pardoning Rep. Henry Cuellar, a Texas Democrat facing bribery charges

Trump cited a 'weaponized' justice system and Cuellar's border policy criticism in issuing a full pardon that ends bribery and foreign agent charges involving $600,000 in alleged bribes.

  • President Donald Trump announced he is pardoning Texas Democratic Congressman Henry Cuellar and his wife, who faced bribery charges last year.
  • Trump claimed the Biden administration targeted Cuellar for criticizing its immigration policies, describing the investigation as a 'witch hunt.'
  • Cuellar expressed gratitude for the pardon, stating it allows them to move forward and provides a 'clean slate.'
  • Despite receiving the pardon, Cuellar confirmed he will remain a Democrat and intends to run for re-election.
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Las Vegas Sun broke the news in Las Vegas, United States on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
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