US EditionRepublican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas says he will retire after admitting to affair with staffer
The Texas Republican’s departure follows bipartisan pressure to expel him and an Ethics Committee investigation into alleged sexual misconduct with a staffer.
- On Monday, GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales announced his retirement from Congress, effective when Congress returns tomorrow.
- Facing potential expulsion from Congress, Gonzales admitted last month to an extra-marital affair with a staffer who died by suicide last year.
- Authorities determined Regina Santos-Aviles was alone when she caught fire on September 13, though her family insists the incident was an accident.
- Shortly after Democrat Rep. Eric Swalwell resigned on Monday, Gonzales announced his departure, compounding departures from Congress.
- In a statement, Gonzales remarked, "It has been my privilege to serve the great people of Texas," adding, "There is a season for everything.
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Under Investigation for Affair, Gonzales to Leave House
Rep. Tony Gonzales announced Monday he will step down from Congress before the House can vote on whether to expel him over his affair with Regina Santos-Aviles, a staff member who later died by suicide. "There is a season for everything and God has a plan for us all. When...
Gonzalez announced his resignation in the face of increasing pressure after revealing the relationship with her office employee who later committed suicide
BREAKING: TONY GONZALES TO RETIRE
After Current Revolt first reported on Gonzales’ affair scandal back in September of 2025, Gonzales announced he is “retiring” from office.Gonzales has been riddled with rumors and allegations of affairs for over half a year now, with San Antonio Express Reporter, Bayliss Wagner, publishing text conversations between Gonzales and multiple women.Before Gonzales announced his retirement, Current Revolt was pursuing a story regarding Gonzales and a…
Why did Tony Gonzales announce retirement? #politics
Tony Gonzales announces retirement amid misconduct accusations Rep. Tony Gonzales (R Texas) said he will “file” his retirement from Congress after sexual misconduct allegations. Multiple accounts in the provided coverage tie the decision to accusations that he sent inappropriate text ...
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