hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Expels Representative Tony Gonzales from House due to ethics violations.
Ms. Leger Fernandez, a Representative.
In committee, no House vote yet.
This resolution proposes to remove Representative Tony Gonzales from his position in the House of Representatives due to alleged sexual misconduct and ethics violations. It was introduced by Ms. Leger Fernandez and has been sent to the House Ethics Committee for review. If the committee approves it, the full House would then vote on whether to expel Representative Gonzales, requiring a two-thirds majority.
Introduced Apr 14, 2026
The resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 14, 2026, by Ms. Leger Fernandez and immediately referred to the Committee on Ethics. For it to advance, the committee would need to approve it. If approved, the full House would vote, and a two-thirds majority is required to expel a member. As a House Resolution concerning internal conduct, it does not proceed to the Senate or become public law.
If this resolution passes, Representative Tony Gonzales would immediately lose his seat in the House of Representatives. This action would highlight the House's ability to enforce its Code of Official Conduct and maintain ethical standards for its members regarding their interactions with staff. The vacancy created by the expulsion would likely trigger a special election in Representative Gonzales's congressional district to choose a new representative.
Supporters Say
Supporters argue that expulsion is necessary to hold members accountable for serious ethical violations and protect staff safety, as detailed in the resolution.
Critics Say
The resolution itself does not present arguments against expulsion, focusing solely on the stated grounds for removal.
The resolution lays out numerous allegations, including a sexual relationship with a subordinate employee, unwelcome sexual advances, false denials, and a pattern of misconduct, as justification for expulsion. It also states Representative Gonzales would have the right to defend himself during floor debate.