"Gonzales had already said he would not seek reelection after admitting to an affair with a staff member who had later died by suicide."
"House Republican leaders had already called on the three-term Gonzales not to seek reelection as they try to hold on to a strongly Republican district in November's midterm elections."
"There is a season for everything, and God has a plan for us all, Gonzales said in a social media post."
"The House Ethics Committee had initiated an investigation because, under House ethics rules, lawmakers may not engage in a sexual relationship with any employee of the House under their supervision."
Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas resigned from Congress after bipartisan pressure to expel him. His resignation will take effect at 10:59 p.m. CT. Gonzales admitted to an affair with a staff member who later died by suicide and had previously announced he would not seek reelection. The House Ethics Committee initiated an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct. Gonzales expressed gratitude for serving Texas but did not provide details on his future plans. His resignation follows Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell's immediate resignation due to similar allegations.
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