Reyes Endorses Clinton For Presidential Nomination

WASHINGTON — El Paso Congressman Silvestre Reyes of Texas announced on Friday his endorsement of Hillary Clinton for president of the United States. He willcampaign for the former firstlady for his party’s nomination, as he has been tapped toserve as the campaign’s co-chair for the Southwest region.

“America needs a leader who can start solving problems and changing direction on Day 1. That leader is Hillary Clinton,” Reyes said in a news release circulated by the Clinton campaign.

“Both at home and abroad she has the experience and qualifications to move our nation forward. She knows and understands the unique challenges facing communities along the U.S.-Mexico border, such as access to health care,” Reyes said.

“I have worked with her on issues facing the Armed Services committees in Congress, and know she will be a strong leader on military and intelligence issues at this critical time in our nation’s history,” he said.

“Congressman Reyes is one of our wisest and most experienced leaders on national security and the particular issues that affect Americans living along the border and throughout the Southwest. I am proud to have his support and grateful for his advice,” Clinton said.

“This endorsement is another sign of our growing momentum as we head into the Nevada caucuses,” she said.