Providing for the expulsion of Representative Tony Gonzales from the United States House of Representatives.
Sponsored By: Representative Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3]
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Summary
Expulsion of Representative Tony Gonzales. This resolution would remove him from the House after his admission of a sexual relationship with a subordinate and after reporting of text messages the resolution says show unwelcome advances and a pattern of misconduct.
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- Rep. Gonzales would be expelled and lose his seat in the House.
- House staff, especially women, would see formal enforcement of the House Code aimed at addressing sexual misconduct and protecting staff safety.
- Constituents would lose their sitting Representative and the House would signal a commitment to uphold ethics and restore public trust.
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Expel Representative Tony Gonzales
If adopted, this resolution would expel Representative Tony Gonzales from the U.S. House of Representatives. The resolution says he assumed office on January 3, 2021 and that he admitted on March 4, 2026 to a sexual relationship with a former staffer he supervised, Regina Ann Santos-Aviles. It cites May 2024 text messages alleging unwelcome sexual advances and notes the staffer died on September 14, 2025. It also notes the 2018 House rule banning Members from sexual relationships with employees they supervise and says Gonzales would have the right to speak and present evidence during floor debate before any vote. If expelled, his congressional district would temporarily lose its sitting Representative.
Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3]
NM • D
Cosponsors
There are no cosponsors for this bill.
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