Rep. Tony Gonzales Quits Congress With Expulsion Vote Hours Away
Representative Teresa Leger Fernández led the Democratic effort to expel Gonzales, setting a deadline for his immediate resignation.
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Representative Teresa Leger Fernández led the Democratic effort to expel Gonzales, setting a deadline for his immediate resignation.
Texas Representative Tony Gonzales announced his retirement following reports of sexual misconduct and under the threat of a bipartisan expulsion vote. His departure coincides with a similar scandal involving Representative Eric Swalwell, as both parties move to purge members facing misconduct allegations.
Subject of resignation and misconduct allegations
Swalwell's version of this story ↗
Subject of resignation and misconduct allegations
Gonzales's version of this story ↗
Stated supporter of removal
Stated supporter of removal
Sponsor of expulsion motion
Mentioned regarding other ethics issues
Mentioned regarding other ethics issues
Stated supporter of removal
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Stated supporter of removal
