Here’s the latest on Tony Gonzales, the Texas congressman.
He is no longer running for reelection. He announced he would withdraw from the race after admitting to an affair with a former staffer, who later died by suicide, and facing a House Ethics Committee review. This development effectively cleared the field for the 23rd district GOP primary, though he said he would finish his current term. [source: Chron.com, KRLD/Audacy, CBS Austin coverage, March 2026][1][2][6]
Before his withdrawal, Gonzales had been in a challenging position in the GOP primary due to the controversy, with polls showing him trailing his opponent and facing heightened scrutiny from within his party. His controversy and the ensuing ethics inquiry significantly impacted his political standing. [source: inkl, Texas Tribune, CBS Austin][3][6][7]
If you’d like, I can pull the full articles or provide a concise timeline of events with dates and key statements from the various outlets. I can also summarize what this means for the 23rd district’s general election prospects and potential candidates. Would you like me to do that?[2][6][7][1]
Rep. Tony Gonzales is trailing his opponent in the GOP primary in Texas' 23rd district by more than 20 points amid controversy over an alleged affair with an aide who later committed suicide.
www.inkl.comU.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-San Antonio, admitted Wednesday to having an affair with a staffer who later died by suicide, after initially denying the allegation.
cbsaustin.comBoth 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.
www.texastribune.orgTony_Gonzales
www.click2houston.comBoth 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.
www.sacurrent.comRepublican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas is withdrawing from his reelection race, after having admitted an affair with a former staff member who later died by suicide
www.audacy.comThe Republican leadership announced its decision Thursday.
www.chron.com