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U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar secures another term as criminal trial looms
Read full article: U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar secures another term as criminal trial loomsThe longtime Laredo congressman fended off Republican challenger Jay Furman despite a federal indictment accusing the incumbent of bribery and money laundering.
Democratic incumbent Cuellar defeats Republican Furman for US Representative District 28
Read full article: Democratic incumbent Cuellar defeats Republican Furman for US Representative District 28People in Texas’ 28th congressional district have had a familiar face representing them since 2005. But in a few weeks, they’ll decide whether to keep embattled Democratic Congressman Henry Cuellar and give him an 11th term or elect political newcomer and Republican Jay Furman.
Races to watch around San Antonio in the Nov. 5 presidential election
Read full article: Races to watch around San Antonio in the Nov. 5 presidential electionVoters in Bexar County and beyond are already casting early voting ballots ahead of the Nov. 5 election, including for president, US senator, representatives in the U.S. and Texas houses, plus other candidates running for office at the state and local levels. Some voters will also decide municipal and school propositions.
National Republicans target Henry Cuellar’s South Texas seat after indictment
Read full article: National Republicans target Henry Cuellar’s South Texas seat after indictmentThe move is a shift in strategy for Republicans who previously focused on other South Texas races even after federal authorities filed criminal charges against the Democrat.
Navy veteran Jay Furman will face indicted U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar in South Texas congressional race
Read full article: Navy veteran Jay Furman will face indicted U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar in South Texas congressional raceFurman won the Republican nomination in a runoff against Lazaro Garza. Cuellar’s criminal charges have suddenly made it a high-profile race.
These are the candidates seeking nomination in GOP, Democratic primary runoffs
Read full article: These are the candidates seeking nomination in GOP, Democratic primary runoffsWhile a majority of party nominations were decided in the March Primary election in Texas, there are still a handful of races that need to be determined.
After U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar’s indictment, why aren’t Republicans trying to flip his district?
Read full article: After U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar’s indictment, why aren’t Republicans trying to flip his district?Instead, Republicans are trying to tie Cuellar’s allegations of bribery and corruption to Democrats in other competitive races in South Texas.