House Ethics panel launches probe of Rep. Tony Gonzales As the Texas Republican heads into a primary runoff, he faces intense scrutiny over how he treated a former staffer who later died by suicide. Roll Call · Mar 4
Senate votes down resolution to prevent Trump from continuing war with Iran War powers vote broke along party lines with almost all Democrats in support and most Republicans opposed The Guardian - US · Mar 4
Rubio tries to backtrack after Israel comments later contradicted by Trump trigger criticism – as it happened US president said Tuesday he ‘might have forced Israel’s hand’ in attack Iran, day after Rubio said Israel planned to strike Iran first The Guardian - US · Mar 3
Mike Johnson defends Iran attack as move to prevent ‘staggering’ US casualties IN FULL The Independent UK · Mar 3
US strikes on Iran triggered by Israel’s plan to launch attack, Rubio says Democrats disturbed by rationale that Trump ordered pre-emptive strikes out of concern about Tehran retaliation The Guardian - US · Mar 3
Jasmine Crockett Slams Trump Over Iran Attack: 'Once Again Starting Illegal Wars' Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett slammed President Donald Trump over his decision to launch attacks against the Iranian regime, calling on Congress to "pass a War Powers Resolution to rein in this dangerous overreach before more damage is done." Latin Times · Feb 28
‘Gang of Eight’ was briefed on Iran attack by Trump admin before strikes IN FULL The Independent UK · Feb 28
Tony Gonzales heads into Election Day with political future imperiled, Democrats eyeing his district Both parties are contemplating the notion of Brandon Herrera, a gun-loving YouTuber with a history of provocative comments, as the GOP nominee. Herrera says he can win in November. The Texas Tribune · Feb 27
De Niro skewers Trump at SOTU rival A National Press Club counter-event highlighted fear — and hope — ahead of the midterms Salon · Feb 27
Republicans Say GOP Can't Afford to Lose Rep. Tony Gonzales Despite Affair Scandal: "It's a Game of Numbers and We're in a Losing Battle" One House Republican, speaking anonymously to the outlet, said the GOP can afford to lose only one member on a party-line vote. "Leadership right now is scrambling just to do the normal business of the day," the lawmaker said. Latin Times · Feb 26
Jesse Jackson memorial services begin at civil rights icon’s Chicago headquarters He will not lie in honor at the United States Capitol rotunda after Mike Johnson denied the request The Independent UK · Feb 26
At the Races: Make Tuesday nights political again Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including State of the Union fallout and Texas primaries closing in. Roll Call · Feb 26
Lauren Boebert Calls Fellow Republican Tony Gonzales a 'Disgusting Pig' Over Alleged Affair With Aide Who Committed Suicide Rep. Lauren Boebert called fellow Republican lawmaker Tony Gonzales a "disgusting pig" over allegations that he had an affair with a former aide who later committed suicide. Latin Times · Feb 26
John Fetterman Slams Democratic Colleagues For Heckling Trump During State Of The Union Address: 'Respect The Office' Democratic Sen. John Fetterman criticized members of his party who heckled President President Donald Trump during the State of the Union address. Latin Times · Feb 25
We Got This Covered · Feb 25 Mike Johnson admits the one thing that could destroy Trump’s presidency, and it’s completely out of Republican hands MAGA is panicking over this.
Latin Times · Feb 25 Mike Johnson Says He Was 'This Close' to Removing Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib for Heckling Trump During SOTU House Speaker Mike Johnson said he was "this close" to ordering Reps. Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib escorted off the House floor during President Trump's State of the Union address due to their heckling.
The Times of India · Feb 25 ‘This is going too far boss’: Texas Republican Tony Gonzales refuses to resign after staffer’s suicide amid affair allegations US Representative Tony Gonzales, a Republican from Texas, has said he will not resign despite increasing pressure from fellow lawmakers over allegations that he had an inappropriate relationship with a former staffer, Regina Ann Santos-Aviles, who later died by suicide.
International Business Times UK · Feb 25 Who Is Claire Lai? The Daughter Fighting to Save Jimmy Lai From Life in Prison Claire Lai steps into the spotlight to advocate for her father, Jimmy Lai, a symbol of media resistance, as she attends the State of the Union address.
Roll Call · Feb 25 The State of Division A lengthy speech by President Donald Trump highlights the increasingly sharp polarization the nation faces.
The Guardian - US · Feb 24 US congressman refuses to resign after allegations of affair with staffer Republican Tony Gonzales allegedly pressured Regina Ann Santos-Aviles, who died by suicide, into sexual relationship
The Texas Tribune · Feb 24 U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales says he won’t resign despite explicit texts with staffer A growing number of House Republicans have called for Gonzales’ ouster — though he has yet to explicitly lose the support of any members who endorsed him.
The Conversation · Feb 24 Baptists have helped shape debate about religious freedom for over 400 years – up to today’s 10 Commandments laws Louisiana can proceed with a law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments, according to a federal court decision on Feb. 20, 2026. The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals voted that it is too early to determine whether the requirement violates the First Amendment of the Constitution, which…
Latin Times · Feb 24 Mike Johnson Says Allegations Against Tony Gonzales Are 'Very Serious' But Wants Investigation To 'Play Out' House Speaker Mike Johnson said allegations against Rep. Tony Gonzales are "very serious" but urged the ongoing investigation to "play out".
Axios · Feb 24 Rep. Tony Gonzales faces growing Republican calls to resign over alleged affair The backlash from conservative lawmakers could create headaches for Speaker Mike Johnson.
The Independent UK · Feb 20 The Latest: Trump addresses press after Supreme Court strikes down his sweeping tariffs The Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s far-reaching global tariffs on Friday, handing him a significant loss on an issue crucial to his economic agenda