Texas lawmaker admits 'lapse in judgement' in affair with aide
The admission from the married Republican, Tony Gonzales, comes after a House panel launched an ethics investigation.
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The admission from the married Republican, Tony Gonzales, comes after a House panel launched an ethics investigation.
Rep. Tony Gonzales admitted to an affair with former aide Regina Ann Santos-Aviles, who died by suicide in September 2025. The House Ethics Committee has initiated an investigation into the matter.
Rep. Tony Gonzales acknowledged an affair with aide Regina Ann Santos-Aviles, who died by suicide in September 2025. The House Ethics Committee is investigating the allegations.
Rep. Tony Gonzales admitted to an affair with former staffer Regina Ann Santos-Aviles, who died by suicide in September 2025. The House Ethics Committee is investigating the matter.
Rep. Tony Gonzales acknowledged an affair with former staffer Regina Ann Santos-Aviles, who died by suicide in September 2025. The House Ethics Committee is investigating the allegations.
Rep. Tony Gonzales admitted to an affair with former staffer Regina Ann Santos-Aviles, who died by suicide in September 2025. The House Ethics Committee is investigating the matter.
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