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As Democrats eye South Texas upset, Bobby Pulido faces scrutiny over ex-bandmate’s child sex offenses
By Texas Tribune, Gabby Birenbaum at KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston)
· July 6, 2026
· 7 min read
WASHINGTON — Democratic congressional candidate Bobby Pulido is bringing new life to his party’s hopes of flipping a key South Texas district, starting as a household name from his decades as a Tejano musician and projecting a moderate image he says is grounded in the region’s culture.But Pulido ...
Key takeaway De La Cruz has handily dispatched Democratic challengers since her first election in 2022, and her district, which runs from Hidalgo County up to rural areas east of San Antonio, favored President Donald Trump by an 18-point margin in 2024.
Why this matters in Sugar Land News
The controversy surrounding Bobby Pulido's former bandmate, Frankie Caballero, has significant implications for voters in Sugar Land , who are part of the larger Houston area that overlaps with the South Texas district Pulido is vying to represent. As a community with strong family values, Sugar Land residents may be particularly concerned about Pulido's ties to a registered sex offender, regardless of his claims of unawareness. The fact that Pulido's campaign has framed his relationship with Caballero as a matter of addiction rather than a serious crime may not resonate with local voters who prioritize public safety and accountability. As the election approaches, it will be crucial to watch how Pulido's moderate image and focus on local issues, such as high gas prices and healthcare costs, hold up against scrutiny of his past associations and the Republican challenger's efforts to capitalize on the controversy.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston) ·
Reading time: 7 min
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What is this story about? WASHINGTON — Democratic congressional candidate Bobby Pulido is bringing new life to his party’s hopes of flipping a key South Texas district, starting as a household name from his decades as a Tejano musician and projecting a moderate image he says is grounded in the region’s culture.But Pulido ...
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