Trump slams pardoned Democratic congressman as ‘disloyal’ for not switching parties
Texas Rep. Henry Cuellar is reportedly set to be pardoned by President Trump, despite facing 2024 charges of bribery and money laundering.
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2 developments- Dec 3, 2025Trump says he is pardoning Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar, who was indicted on bribery charges
- Dec 7, 2025Trump slams pardoned Democratic congressman as ‘disloyal’ for not switching parties
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Quiet for 296 daysLast development · Dec 7, 2025 — Trump slams pardoned Democratic congressman as ‘disloyal’ for not switching parties
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6 viewpointsTrump calls Democratic Rep. Cuellar 'disloyal' for not switching parties after pardon
'No more Mr. Nice guy': Trump bashes Rep. Henry Cuellar for running as a Democrat after pardon
Trump slams pardoned Democratic ex-congressman as 'disloyal' for not switching parties
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8 viewpointsTrump suggests Rep. Cuellar, pardoned Democratic congressman, should have switched parties after clemency grant
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7 viewpointsTrump regrets pardoning Rep. Henry Cuellar after Dem announces he’s running for reelection
Trump slams Democratic congressman as disloyal for not switching parties after pardon and vows 'no more Mr. Nice guy' next time
Trump Explodes After Lawmaker Launches Reelection Bid As Dem Immediately After Presidential Pardon
Trump rips Cuellar for running as Dem in reelection bid after pardon
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2 articlesTrump slams ‘lack of loyalty’ after pardoned Democrat says he won’t change party
Trump pardons Democratic representative charged with bribery and conspiracy
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