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U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales forced into runoff by Brandon Herrera amid affair scandal

The Republican primary was upended in the final days by reports that Gonzales had an affair with a former aide who died last year after setting herself on fire. He'll face Herrera in a runoff for the second straight election.

The Texas Tribune

In Battle for Shriveled Soul of GOP, Congressman and YouTuber Will Face Off Again (Again)

A repeat Republican runoff sure to degrade all who participate in it, or even think of it, might create a long-shot opening for Texas Dems.

Texas Observer

In Texas, Crenshaw's defeat headlines some tough blows for House incumbents

Massive upheaval in state that saw six Texas Republicans calling it quits or running for other offices with several potential runoffs.

Roll Call

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Trump floods Texas primaries with his endorsements, testing limits of political reach

While he has stayed out of some blockbuster contests, the president has otherwise spread his endorsement generously in Texas. The strategy has helped him form politically beneficial alliances in the past.

The Texas Tribune

At the Races: Time for Texas

Midterm elections 2026: Here’s what you need to know about the key primary races taking place Tuesday in Texas and North Carolina.

Roll Call

House Ethics to investigate Mace on reimbursement practices

Ethics panel says Rep. Nancy Mace is under investigation related to allegations of improper reimbursement for her D.C. lodging expenses.

Roll Call

Worms in food, poor medical care, lights on 24/7: Families tell of life in Texas detention center

When ICE officers in Minneapolis detained a 5-year-old boy and his father last month and sent them to a Texas detention center, many Americans were alarmed

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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

Before scandal, Rep. Tony Gonzales had complicated relationship with his West Texas constituents

The moderate Republican’s votes on gun control and marriage equality upset the region’s most conservative voters, but local officials said they’re grateful for the work he did on public safety and health.

The Texas Tribune

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

John Cornyn Slams Ken Paxton In New Ad As Texas GOP Primary For U.S. Senate Heats Up: 'Wife Cheater And Fraud'

Republican Senator John Cornyn slammed his opponent on the Texas primary for the U.S. Senate, Ken Paxton, in a new ad as the fractious race between the two continues to heat up.

Latin Times

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

Ex Husband Of Tony Gonzales Aide Who Committed Suicide After Alleged Affair Warns Him: 'Doesn't Want Me To Release All The Messages'

Adrian Aviles, the ex husband of Regina Ann Santos Aviles, the woman who committed suicide after allegedly having an affair with Rep. Tony Gonzales, warned the lawmaker that he could release more lewd texts from him.

Latin Times

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.

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Axios

Trump didn't endorse them, but they're acting like he did

Republicans in races nationwide covet Trump's blessing, tout his endorsement — and can be a bit misleading when they don't get it.

The Guardian - US

Tim Walz accuses Trump of withholding $259m in Medicaid funds ‘to punish blue states’ – as it happened

Democratic governor of Minnesota says administration’s federal withholding of $259m ‘has nothing to do with fraud’

The Times of India

‘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.

Roll Call

Can knowledge be power? For salaries on the Hill, maybe

These former staffers are tracking trends and career paths in the legislative branch — and pushing for more transparency.

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The Guardian - US

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

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.

We Got This Covered

Lauren Boebert’s hypocrisy shines as she blasts one sex predator but praises her ally in the White House

Boebert's selective outrage strikes again.

Latin Times

Tony Gonzales Says He Won't Resign Due To Alleged Affair With Aide Who Later Committed Suicide: 'What You've Seen Are Not All The Facts'

Rep. Tony Gonzales said on Tuesday he won't resign as a result of the alleged affair with an aide who later committed suicide.

International Business Times

Marjorie Taylor Greene Endorses Texas Republican's Primary Rival After 'Disgusting' Allegations Surface

Former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene called the texts between Rep. Tony Gonzales and an aide with whom he allegedly had an affair before she committed suicide "shocking and disgusting" and endorsed his challenger in the primary of Texas' 23rd district.

Latin Times

Marjorie Taylor Greene Calls Allegations Against Rep. Tony Gonzales 'Disgusting' And Endorses His Rival In The Primary

Latin Times

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".

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