Summary
President Donald Trump announced he will pardon Democratic Congressman Henry Cuellar and his wife, Imelda, who are facing charges of bribery and other crimes. Cuellar was accused of taking bribes to influence U.S. foreign policy in favor of Azerbaijan and a Mexican bank. Trump suggests the charges were politically motivated due to Cuellar's stance on immigration.
Key Facts
- President Trump plans to pardon Congressman Henry Cuellar and his wife, Imelda.
- Cuellar was charged with accepting $600,000 in bribes from an Azerbaijani company and a Mexican bank.
- The indictment claims the money was used to influence U.S. foreign policy.
- Cuellar's wife, Imelda, is accused of laundering the bribe money.
- Both Cuellars have denied the charges and maintain their innocence.
- Cuellar has filed for re-election as a Democrat.
- Trump argues the charges were due to Cuellar's immigration views.
- This is part of recent clemency acts by Trump during his second term, including pardoning other individuals convicted of financial crimes.
