Cuellar Indictment Expected as 2022 Races Heat Up

Henry Cuellar, Democratic Congressman representing Texas' 28th District, is expected to be indicted by the Department of Justice.

The indictment is the result of a years-long investigation into allegations of corruption and campaign finance violations.

Cuellar, who was first elected to Congress in 2004, has denied any wrongdoing. However, the indictment is expected to allege that he took bribes from wealthy donors and used his position to benefit their businesses.

The indictment is a major blow to the Democratic Party, which is already facing an uphill battle in the upcoming midterm elections. Cuellar is a moderate Democrat who represents a swing district that could be key to the party's chances of holding onto the House.

The indictment is also likely to further fuel divisions within the Democratic Party. Cuellar has been a vocal critic of the party's progressive wing, and his indictment is likely to be seen as a victory by some within the party who have long called for his ouster.