Trump says he is pardoning Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar, who was indicted on bribery charges

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he will pardon Rep. Henry Cuellar, Democrat of Texas, who was indicted last year on corruption and money laundering charges.

In his Truth Social article, Trump accused Democrats of working to “attack, steal, lie, deceive, destroy and decimate anyone who dares oppose their far-left agenda, an agenda that, if left unchecked, will destroy our great country.”

“Because of these facts and others, I hereby announce my full and unconditional FORGIVENESS to beloved Texas Congressman Henry Cuellar and Imelda,” Trump said in his message, referring to Cuellar’s wife, who also faces charges.

“Henry, I don’t know you, but you can sleep well tonight – Your nightmare is finally over!” continued the president.

In a letter from the Cuellars’ daughters, Christina and Catherine, they urged Trump to pardon their father, arguing that they “believe our father’s independence and honesty may have contributed to the initiation of this case.”

“As you and your family faced your own challenges, we understood that pain in a very human way,” they added in the letter Trump posted on Truth Social. “We prayed for you and your family – that your strength, your peace and your faith remain strong – because we know that behind the headlines, there are real people who are hurting, who love and who still hope for better days.”

Seth DuCharme, one of the congressman’s lawyers, declined to comment. A Justice Department spokesperson did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Cueller’s office did not immediately respond to a request for comment.