Rep. Henry Cuellar, a U.S. Congressman from Texas, posted several updates on March 13, 2026, highlighting recent economic data and local government activities.
On his official X account, Rep. Cuellar drew attention to new federal economic figures by stating on March 13: “ICYMI: The U.S. economy was even slower in the fourth quarter than previously reported.
New data from @CommerceGov shows GDP grew at just 0.7%, down from the earlier estimate of 1.4%. Slower consumer spending, weaker business investment, and declining international trade all”. He also shared a link to further coverage in The Wall Street Journal with the message: “Read more in @WSJ.
https://t.co/dYsVLBJ35i”.
Later that day, Rep. Cuellar discussed his involvement in local governance initiatives: “Today, I joined @cityoflaredo Mayor Dr. Victor D. Treviño for a press conference at City Hall to discuss the city’s priorities following its recent delegation visit to Washington, D.C.
During the trip, local leaders met with federal agencies, members of Congress, and https://t.co/OINocOhs3v“.
Henry Cuellar has maintained his seat through multiple election cycles. In 2024 he defeated Jay Furman with 52.8% of the vote; previous victories include defeating Cassy Garcia in 2022 (56.65%), Sandra Whitten in 2020 (58.3%), Arthur Thomas in 2018 (84.4%), Zeffen Hardin in 2016 (66.2%), and Will Alkens in 2014 (82.1%).
