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Trump Loses It Over 'Ungrateful' Guy He Pardoned

Trump used social media to attack Cuellar and urge voters to support Tano Tijerina.

Trump Loses It Over 'Ungrateful' Guy He Pardoned
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This article1 analysis · Oct 12, 2026
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Donald Trump criticized Rep. Henry Cuellar for remaining a Democrat after receiving a presidential pardon and promoted Cuellar’s Republican opponent, Tano Tijerina, ahead of a Texas rally.

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Trump Criticizes Henry Cuellar for Remaining a Democrat After Pardon

Trump criticized Rep. Henry Cuellar for remaining a Democrat after Trump pardoned him and promoted Cuellar’s Republican challenger, Tano Tijerina. Cuellar said his focus remained on serving his district. Center outlets frame the episode as a campaign dispute over Cuellar’s party affiliation and Trump’s support for his challenger; some also include Cuellar’s response and district priorities.

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