Tony Gonzales, a Texas Republican congressman, announced his resignation from Congress following allegations of coercing a staff member into a sexual relationship. The lawmaker, who represents a border district from San Antonio to El Paso, faced bipartisan criticism after text messages revealed his pursuit of Regina Santos-Aviles, a Uvalde office worker. Gonzales denied the claims initially but withdrew from a primary race last month, citing divine guidance in a social media post. Regina Santos-Aviles died by suicide in September 2025, according to police reports, intensifying scrutiny over the case.