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Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas says he will retire after admitting to affair with staffer

  • Kevin Freking, The Associated Press

  • Canadian Press

  • April 13, 2026

FILE - Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, is seen before the flag-draped casket bearing the remains of Hershel W. "Woody" Williams lies in honor in the U.S. Capitol, July 14, 2022, in Washington. (Tom Williams/Pool photo via AP, File)

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas said Monday he will retire from Congress amid bipartisan calls to expel him.

Gonzales had already said he would not seek reelection after admitting to an affair with a staff member who later died by suicide.

House Republican leaders had called on the three-term Gonzales to not seek reelection.