Rep. Henry Cuellar Thanks Trump and God for Pardon, Discusses Re-election and Redistricting

Pardon and Gratitude

• 🇺🇸 Congressman Henry Cuellar expressed his gratitude to President Trump and God for the pardon issued to him and his wife.
• 😔 He described the situation as a difficult and trying experience that no one should have to endure.
• 🗣️ Cuellar stated that he believes the indictment was an act of "weaponization by the Biden administration."

Family's Role in Clemency

• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Cuellar's two daughters independently wrote a letter to the President seeking clemency for their parents.
• 😥 He acknowledged that his daughters were aware of the pain and sleepless nights their parents experienced.
• 🙏 Cuellar trusts the President's judgment and is thankful for his decision.

Re-election Strategy and Bipartisanship

• 🇺🇸 Cuellar reiterated his commitment to representing his district, state, and country above party affiliation, referencing LBJ's quote: "I'm an American, I'm a Texan and then a Democrat in that order."
• 🤝 He highlighted his bipartisan approach in Congress, joking with Republican leadership about his voting record.
• 🚀 Cuellar believes that prioritizing party over country is a disservice to constituents.

Texas Redistricting Impact

• 🗺️ Cuellar stated that the new redistricting map for his congressional district actually makes it more Democratic, increasing its Democratic TPI by two points.
• 🏛️ He disagreed with the timing of the redistricting, noting it occurred mid-decade, which he believes is improper.
• 🗳️ Despite redistricting efforts, Cuellar expressed confidence in his ability to win his district, noting he consistently outperforms national or state candidates in his area.
• 🤝 He anticipates that he and fellow South Texas Democrat Vicente Gonzalez will remain "blue" due to their bipartisan efforts.