GOP Congressman Caught Up In Sex Suicide Scandal Drops Out Of Race

1 sourceUpdated Jul 2, 2026

Republican Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales dropped his bid for reelection late Thursday one day after he admitted to having an affair with a staffer who committed suicide. Gonzales posted the announcement of his withdrawal on…

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