Henry Cuellar

Mentioned in 10 analyzed podcast episodes across 9 shows

Democratic congressman from Texas who became a notable point of discussion across podcasts for being the sole Democrat to vote in favor of the SAVE Act, legislation requiring voter ID for federal elections. Previously indicted and later pardoned, he represents a border district and drew significant commentary for breaking party lines on this voting rights legislation.

Appears On

Congressional Dish Bulwark Takes Law and Chaos The Daily Beans What A Day The Matt Walsh Show The Chris Plante Show Red Eye Radio Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey

Episode Appearances

Congressional Dish · Apr 10, 2026

CD336: SAVE America from Easily Voting

“Democrat from Deep South Texas who voted for SAVE America Act; described as worst Democrat in House by host”

Voter Suppression LegislationSAVE Act and SAVE America Act AnalysisProof of Citizenship Requirements

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Bulwark Takes · Mar 22, 2026

Rep. Lizzie Fletcher: Texas May Finally Be in Play

“Texas Democrat expected to hold seat despite redistricting efforts to unseat him”

Texas Congressional Redistricting and GerrymanderingDemocratic Strategy in Republican-Leaning StatesHispanic Voter Realignment in Texas

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Law and Chaos · Feb 17, 2026

Ep 205 — Happy (All But One) Presidents Day!

“Indicted and pardoned Texas Democrat who was sole Democratic defection on SAVE Act House vote”

Immigration Detention Conditions and Due ProcessVoter Registration Requirements and Motor Voter LawVoter ID Mandates and Election Administration

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The Daily Beans · Feb 13, 2026

Crabs In A Bucket (feat. John Fugelsang)

“Texas Democrat who voted against GOP's SAVE Act voter suppression bill”

First Amendment protections for military retirees and political speechVoter suppression legislation and documentary proof of citizenship requirementsDepartment of Homeland Security appropriations and shutdown mechanics

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What A Day · Feb 13, 2026

Democrats Shut Down DHS

“House Democrat; only Democrat to vote for Save America Act on voter ID and citizenship requirements”

Department of Homeland Security Funding and Partial Government ShutdownImmigration Enforcement and ICE OperationsTrump Tariffs and Congressional Opposition

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The Matt Walsh Show · Feb 12, 2026

Ep. 1734 - WATCH: Dumbest Democrat Ever Delivers Cringe Worthy Performance In Front Of Congress

“Democratic congressman who broke party lines to vote for SAVE Act voter ID legislation”

Government Accountability and Oversight HearingsVoter ID Legislation and Election SecurityCriminal Justice and Bail Reform

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The Chris Plante Show · Feb 12, 2026

2-12-26 Hour 2 - Homan Announces End of MN Surge

“Only Democrat to vote in favor of the SAVE Act requiring voter ID for federal elections”

ICE Immigration Enforcement OperationsImmigration Surge Operations DrawdownVoter ID Requirements and Election Security

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The Chris Plante Show · Feb 12, 2026

2-12-26 Hour 3 - Sharyl Attkisson Calls In to Discuss ICE in Minnesota

“Texas Democrat and only Democratic vote supporting the SAVE Act voter ID legislation”

Voter ID Requirements and Election SecurityICE Operations and Immigration EnforcementCommunity Obstruction of Federal Law Enforcement

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Red Eye Radio · Feb 12, 2026

02-12-26 Part One - Dadgummit!

“Texas Democrat and only House Democrat to vote for voter ID legislation, representing border district”

Voter ID Requirements and Election SecurityFederal Workforce ReductionEmployment Data and BLS Revisions

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Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey · Feb 7, 2026

Ep 1300 | Was the Government Shutdown a Win or Loss for Trump? | Ron Simmons

“Texas Democrat; only Democrat voting for Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act support bill”

Government Spending Bill and Appropriations ProcessImmigration Enforcement and Border SecuritySchool Choice and Education Policy

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