Texas lawmaker Tony Gonzales resigns after affair admission
Tony Gonzales resigned from the US House of Representatives on Tuesday following his admission of an affair with a staff member who later died by self-immolation.The resignation came amid mounting pressure and an ongoing ethics investigation.Gonzales, a Republican representing Texas's 23rd congressional district, confirmed the relationship with Regina Santos-Aviles, a married staff member who died by suicide in September 2025 near her home in Uvalde, Texas.The medical examiner ruled her death a suicide.The resignation follows sexual misconduct allegations against another congressman, Democrat Eric Swalwell of California, which prompted ethics inquiries and discussions about expelling both lawmakers.To avoid expulsion and retain... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Apr 2026 08:06 LONDON
