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April 14, 2026

Rep. Tony Gonzales announces retirement amid misconduct allegations

  • Rep. Tony Gonzales announced his retirement after bipartisan calls for his expulsion due to allegations of sexual misconduct.
  • His decision follows an investigation by the House Ethics Committee regarding his relationship with a deceased staff member.
  • Gonzales's departure opens up a competitive race in a strongly Republican district ahead of the midterm elections.