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Cuellar Says Democrats Picked Wrong 'Fight' With Abrego Garcia

Texas Rep. Henry Cuellar (D) is breaking ranks with fellow Democrats over their defense of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, an illegal immigrant deported to El Salvador whom the Trump administration argues is affiliated with MS-13. READ MORE.

Rep. Pat Fallon: "We must bolster our defense industrial base to counter China's growing threat. Investing in American manufacturing & innovation creates jobs, strengthens supply chains, & ensures our military remains unmatched. This is key to deterring adversaries like China."

Texas GOP Chair Abraham George: "Voting is a sacred right of CITIZENS. Requiring proof of citizenship to vote isn't - discrimination - it's common sense. It protects our elections from fraud and ensures only those with a stake in our nation decide its future. Demand voter ID laws NOW!"

State Senator Roland Gutierrez: "ICE has deported three U.S. citizen children and denied their families access to attorneys. One child has cancer and was refused access to medication. This is cruel, inhumane, and unconstitutional. It must end now. Bring them back."

State Senator Mayes Middleton: "Safety for women and children is common sense and certainly should not be sacrificed for the left's radical gender ideology. Women should not be forcibly exposed to men in private spaces, period."

Cuellar Says Democrats Picked Wrong 'Fight' With Abrego Garcia — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina — Texas Rep. Henry Cuellar (D) is breaking ranks with fellow Democrats over their defense of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, an illegal immigrant deported to El Salvador whom the Trump administration argues is affiliated with MS-13.

O’Rourke Debates a U.S. Senate Bid — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina — Former U.S. Rep. Beto O’Rourke (D) has been active on the political scene as of late, stirring speculation that he’s gearing up to run for office once again. The Texas Democrat has now commented on the possibility of launching a U.S. Senate run, affirming that he’s not ruling it out.

US Strikes Houthi Detention Center, Promises Further Action — By Texas Politics' Mateo Guillamont — The US recently struck a Houthi-controlled prison in the latest wave of airstrikes against the terrorist group in Yemen.

Trump Administration Pressures China on Tariff Negotiations — By Texas Politics' Mateo Guillamont — President Donald Trump’s cabinet members are increasing public pressure on China as trade negotiations over bilateral tariffs unfold.

Travis County Democratic Party Chair Steps Down — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina — Pooja Sethi, Chair of the Travis County Democratic Party, announced she will step down from her position on June 21. In a letter to Travis County Democrats, Chair Sethi explained that her departure had been part of her original plan when she accepted the role, committing to serve through the 2024 election cycle and Texas legislative session.

Cuellar Says Democrats Picked Wrong 'Fight' With Abrego Garcia — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina

Historic North Texas burger joint catches fire — By Ryan Osborne for WFAA

LONESTAR is written by Javier Manjarres and Daniel Molina

Daniel Molina

Daniel Molina is a managing editor and legislative correspondent with a decade of experience covering the evolving political landscape of the American South and Southwest.