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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 KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· 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 Alamo Heights News
The controversy surrounding Bobby Pulido's former bandmate, Frankie Caballero, has significant implications for Alamo Heights voters, who are part of the larger South Texas district. As Pulido campaigns on a moderate image and a focus on local needs, his ties to Caballero may raise concerns among families and community members in Alamo Heights, where public safety and the well-being of children are top priorities. The fact that Caballero's conviction for indecent sexual contact with a child has become a campaign issue may also prompt voters to scrutinize Pulido's judgment and ability to represent the district's values. With the district's voting population heavily comprised of Latino voters, Pulido's response to the Caballero controversy will be closely watched in Alamo Heights, where voters will be weighing his candidacy against that of incumbent Rep. Monica De La Cruz.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
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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