Henry Cuellar shares insights on local events and cultural celebrations

Henry Cuellar shares insights on local events and cultural celebrations
U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar Representing the 28th District of Texas — Official U.S. House headshot
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Rep. Henry Cuellar, a long-serving member of the U.S. Congress representing Texas’ 28th district, shared updates on his recent activities through a series of tweets. These posts highlight community events and cultural celebrations in his constituency.

On May 4, 2025, Rep. Cuellar tweeted about attending the 32nd Annual Fishing Derby at Lake Casa Blanca International State Park. He described it as an event that “celebrates and supports our amazing community of kids and young adults with special needs.” Cuellar emphasized the day was filled with “smiles, fishing, friendship.”

Later that day, Cuellar announced via another tweet that he presented a Congressional Certificate of Recognition at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Ceviche76 in Laredo. In his post from May 4, 2025, he expressed enthusiasm for this new addition to the local dining scene by saying it “brings fresh flavors and vibrant energy to the community” Tweet.

In a subsequent tweet on May 5, 2025, Rep. Cuellar marked Cinco de Mayo by commemorating Mexico’s historic victory at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. He noted this event as “a powerful symbol of resilience, unity, and pride,” expressing well-wishes with “¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo!

Henry Cuellar has served in Congress since replacing Ciro Rodriguez in 2005. Born in Laredo in 1955, he has deep ties to Texas’ political landscape through his previous tenure in the Texas House of Representatives from 1987 to 2001.



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