Cuellar Leads Tight Race Amid Bribery Charges

U.S. Representative Henry Cuellar is narrowly leading his re-election bid against Republican Jay Furman in Texas' 28th Congressional District, with 50.4% of the vote compared to Furman's 49.6%. Cuellar's campaign has been overshadowed by his indictment for accepting foreign bribes and money laundering, which has raised questions about his viability in the race. Despite these legal troubles, Cuellar has maintained significant support in Bexar County, where he garnered 56.3% of the vote. Furman, a retired Navy commander, has focused his campaign on stricter immigration policies under 'Plan Alamo'. Although the National Republican Congressional Committee has opted not to support Furman, citing Cuellar's legal issues, the race remains competitive as both candidates address alleged election irregularities. This election marks a critical moment for Democrats in a historically blue district amid shifting political dynamics along the U.S.-Mexico border.