Flores Challenges Cuellar Amid Legal Troubles

Former U.S. congresswoman Mayra Flores, known as the first Mexican-born woman elected to the U.S. Congress for the Republican party, has announced her candidacy for Texas's 28th congressional district, aiming to unseat Democrat Henry Cuellar who is facing legal issues. Shortly after her campaign announcement, Flores was hospitalized for undisclosed reasons, prompting her campaign to request prayers and support. Flores previously represented Texas's 34th district but lost her reelection bid twice to Democrat Vicente Gonzalez. Her decision to run in the 28th district underscores the Republican strategy to capitalize on perceived vulnerabilities in Democrat strongholds, particularly as Cuellar is indicted on charges of bribery and money laundering. Flores emphasizes her commitment to border security and economic strengthening as part of her campaign platform. Cuellar, who has maintained his innocence, continues to be a significant political figure in the region, having successfully defended his seat since 2005 despite numerous challenges.