Scandal Rocks Texas GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales' Campaign
Texas Congressman Tony Gonzales faces ethics probe and pressure to resign amid allegations of affair with staffer. Can he overcome the controversy and win the runoff?
Texas Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales has found himself embroiled in scandal as he heads to a runoff election, with allegations of an inappropriate relationship with a staff member and a new House ethics probe casting a cloud over his campaign.
The two-term congressman was forced to defend himself after reports emerged that he had engaged in an affair with a female staffer, prompting calls from within his own party for Gonzales to either resign or drop out of the race. Adding to his troubles, the House Ethics Committee has launched an investigation into the allegations, further complicating Gonzales' bid for reelection.
Source: NPR
