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Senator Gallego's Leaked Texts Expose Democrats' Internal Strife

11/26/2025

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Senator Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) allegedly criticized fellow Democrats in leaked texts, saying they are out of touch with Americans.
He reportedly expressed frustration over the party's elitist culture and gender issues, stating, "We look like the not fun party."
The texts were shared by conservative outlet Human Events, prompting praise from right-leaning commentators and underscoring internal party tensions as Gallego weighs a leadership role.

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Senator Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) allegedly criticized fellow Democrats in leaked texts, saying they are out of touch with Americans.
He reportedly expressed frustration over the party's elitist culture and gender issues, stating, "We look like the not fun party."
The texts were shared by conservative outlet Human Events, prompting praise from right-leaning commentators and underscoring internal party tensions as Gallego weighs a leadership role.