The indictment also states the money was used to pay off debts and make purchases at restaurants and other stores. Cuellar says before taking any steps, they sought legal advice, and TW went to the House Ethics Committee. First of all, I want to make it clear that my wife Imelda and I are innocent of these allegations. Now, during the investigation, Cuellar is expected to step down from the House Appropriations Committee. However, the National Republican Congressional Committee is asking for his resignation. (02:08–02:15)
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Asserts that he and his wife are innocent of the allegations.
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