Trump slams ‘lack of loyalty’ after pardoned Democrat says he won’t change party

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Sam LevineDecember 7, 2025 at 05:04 PM

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After pardoning US Representative Henry Cuellar and his wife on bribery charges, Donald Trump criticized Cuellar for running for re-election as a Democrat. Cuellar, a Texas congressman, had been accused of accepting money from Azerbaijan and a Mexican bank to advance their interests. Despite the pardon, Cuellar stated he would not change his party affiliation. Trump suggested Cuellar was targeted by Democrats for his immigration views but ultimately deemed him disloyal for not switching parties after the pardon. Trump expressed his disappointment on social media, stating he wouldn't be so generous in the future. Cuellar's district is one that Texas Republicans recently redrew to favor their party, though Cuellar remains a strong incumbent.

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