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Second staffer says Rep. Tony Gonzales sent her sexually explicit text messages
The report says Gonzales repeatedly asked a campaign aide for nude photos and sex, renewing calls for discipline as House ethics investigators review his conduct.
- Rep. Tony Gonzales, a Texas Republican, was accused by a second campaign staffer of sending her sexually explicit text messages and repeatedly pressing her for nude photos.
- This follows earlier allegations that Gonzales had an affair with his district director, who later died by suicide.
- Several Republicans have called for further action against Gonzales, who has ended his reelection bid but intends to serve out his term.
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Allegations Rep. Tony Gonzales sent explicit texts to second staffer spark calls for action
New allegations that Rep. Tony Gonzales sent sexually explicit text messages to a campaign staffer marked the second time the Texas Republican has been accused of sexual advances toward an employee and are renewing calls from several Republicans for further action against the embattled congressman. The San Antonio Express-News reported Monday that Gonzales had sent…
Rep. Gonzales Getting Expelled From Congress?
As if having to suspend one’s campaign isn’t enough, one southwest Texas congressman may face additional penalties in Congress. Rep. Tony Gonzales dropped out of the race after news surfaced last year that a staffer set herself on fire following an affair with him. The staffer passed away. Now, many people are saying Gonzales should face greater consequences.Via The Hill:The Texas congressman ended his reelection bid last month after …
GOP lawmaker who admitted to 2024 affair with staffer sent lewd texts to 2nd aide in 2020: report
Gonzales announced in March that he would not seek reelection following revelations about a 2024 affair with married congressional staffer Regina Santos-Aviles, who later died by suicide.
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