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DARK SECRETS: Jay furman - The Real Truth

Redrawn to favor GOP, Texas’ 35th Congressional District attracts competitive primaries in both parties

President Donald Trump recently endorsed Air Force veteran Carlos De La Cruz for the seat Texas Republicans drew at his request. Democrats also see a chance to win in November.

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Embattled Democratic Lawmaker Henry Cuellar Secures Reelection Despite Federal Bribery Charges

Cuellar maintained high levels of support amid ongoing legal challenges.

Latin Times

U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar secures another term as criminal trial looms

The longtime Laredo congressman fended off Republican challenger Jay Furman despite a federal indictment accusing the incumbent of bribery and money laundering.

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Republicans put up little fight in Henry Cuellar’s race after indictment

Republicans declared the Laredo Democrat a target this year after his indictment, but haven’t spent serious money to unseat him.

The Texas Tribune

National Republicans support Mayra Flores with group’s first Texas-focused ad buy

U.S. House Republicans’ campaign arm announced its first ad buy targeting a Texas race this cycle.

The Texas Tribune

FEC reports show Democrats with tough races ahead building cash - Roll Call

New congressional fundraising reports show donors giving an edge to Democrats, but many face opponents with personal wealth.

Roll Call

Republicans aim their electoral cannons at unseating embattled Texas Rep. Henry Cuéllar

The long-standing incumbent has been indicted for accepting bribes and is facing an investigation from the House Ethics Committee

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National Republicans target Henry Cuellar’s South Texas seat after indictment

The 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.

The Texas Tribune

Gonzales and state legislator who impeached AG win Texas runoffs - Roll Call

Rep. Tony Gonzales and state Rep. Craig Goldman won Republican primary runoffs on Tuesday in Texas' 23rd and 12th districts.

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Navy Veteran Jay Furman To Face Rep. Henry Cuellar

Navy veteran Jay Furman wins Republican primary runoff in Texas 28th District, setting up a showdown with incumbent Rep. Henry Cuellar facing bribery alleg...

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Navy veteran Jay Furman will face indicted U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar in South Texas congressional race

Furman won the Republican nomination in a runoff against Lazaro Garza. Cuellar’s criminal charges have suddenly made it a high-profile race.

The Texas Tribune

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.

The Texas Tribune

With indictment, U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar’s deep South Texas ties will again be tested

Cuellar was expected to cruise to reelection. Now he’ll need to rely on support from local and national Democratic leaders to help him overcome scandal.

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