Watch: Gonzales Admits Staffer Affair As Runoff Looms, Says It Was A ‘Lapse In Judgement’
Just days after surviving a crowded Republican primary, Rep. Tony Gonzales publicly acknowledged an extramarital affair that has fueled weeks of controversy in his South Texas district. According to the New York Post …
Just days after surviving a crowded Republican primary, Rep. Tony Gonzales publicly acknowledged an extramarital affair that has fueled weeks of controversy in his South Texas district.
According to the New York Post, while speaking on “The Joe Pags Show,” Gonzales admitted he had a relationship with a staffer in May 2024.
“I made a mistake, and I had a lapse in judgment,” Gonzales said during the interview, which aired a day after Tuesday’s GOP primary.
“And there was a lack of faith,” he continued. “And I take full responsibility for those actions.”
Gonzales said he and his wife have since reconciled.
“I’ve asked God to forgive me, which he has,” he said.
“When you make mistakes like this, it’s never easy. It humbles you.”
The admission comes as the House Ethics Committee investigates allegations that Gonzales “engaged in sexual misconduct” with a staffer and “discriminated unfairly” by “dispensing special favors or privileges.”
Leaked text messages published last month showed Gonzales asking the staffer for “a sexy pic.”
Additional texts shared with The Post reportedly showed the woman discussing the “affair” with a former colleague.