Texas Democrat Henry Cuellar and wife indicted over allegations of $600,000 bribes from Azerbaijan

The Independent

The Independent

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Henry Cuellar (D-TX) joined the list of members of Congress who are facing or have faced federal charges after the Department of Justice unveiled a 14-count indictment against the Texas Democrat on Friday for allegedly taking nearly $600,000 in bribes from two foreign entities.
The Gazette
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The federal indictment unsealed in Houston on Friday accused Cuellar, 68, and his wife, Imelda, 67, of conspiracy and bribery as part of an influence peddling scheme.
Aljazeera
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Two years ago, the FBI raided Cuellar’s Laredo, Texas, home and campaign office as part of an investigation into US businessmen and links with Azerbaijan.
Guardian
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One of the most conservative Democrats in the House of Representatives, Cuellar is seeking an 11th two-year term in the Nov 5 election.
CNA

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