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GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas ends reelection bid after admitting to affair with aide – KTBB News, Weather, Talk

Gonzales withdrew from his reelection race while saying he would finish his term in Congress.

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Rep. Tony Gonzales said he would end his reelection bid after admitting an affair with a former aide, while remaining in Congress. The House Ethics Committee is investigating his conduct, and Republican leaders had urged him to leave the race.

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Tony Gonzales
Former U.S. Representative (R-TX)

Texas representative ending his reelection bid after admitting an affair with a former staff member

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Republican House candidate who had been Gonzales's opponent in the primary runoff

Mike Johnson
R · LA-4

Speaker of the House who joined Republican leaders in urging Gonzales to withdraw

House Democratic Leader who said he would support expelling Gonzales

House Republican Conference Chair who joined the call for Gonzales to withdraw

Steve Scalise
R · LA-1

House Majority Leader who joined the call for Gonzales to withdraw

Tom Emmer
R · MN-6

House Majority Whip who joined the call for Gonzales to withdraw

Florida representative who introduced resolutions seeking action against Gonzales

ALSO MENTIONED  Regina Ann Santos-Aviles, Former staff member with whom Gonzales acknowledged having a relationship

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Tony Gonzales Ends Reelection Bid After Admitting Affair

Tony Gonzales said he would end his reelection bid after admitting to an affair with a former staffer. The House Ethics Committee opened an investigation, and Gonzales said he would serve out his term. All sides connect Gonzales's exit to the affair and the ethics inquiry. Left-leaning outlets also stress its political fallout and, in some coverage, examine Herrera's record. Center outlets pair the decision with the inquiry and election implications, including runoff-ballot details. Right-leaning outlets likewise cover the affair, with some using sharper language or highlighting Herrera's prospects.

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