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Democratic Divide Deepens as Candidates Clash for Funding

2/28/2026

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Bobby Pulido, a Democratic candidate, receives nearly $1 million from the Blue Dog Action Committee for the March 3 primary.
Ada Cuellar, a Democratic candidate, has self-funded around $1 million.
The race underscores a divide within the Democratic Party between moderate and progressive factions.
Cuellar labels outside spending as "establishment money."
The 41% Democratic district faces a challenging general election against GOP Rep. Monica De La Cruz.

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Story summary

Bobby Pulido, a Democratic candidate, receives nearly $1 million from the Blue Dog Action Committee for the March 3 primary.
Ada Cuellar, a Democratic candidate, has self-funded around $1 million.
The race underscores a divide within the Democratic Party between moderate and progressive factions.
Cuellar labels outside spending as "establishment money."
The 41% Democratic district faces a challenging general election against GOP Rep. Monica De La Cruz.