This resolution calls for the expulsion of Representative Tony Gonzales from the United States House of Representatives, citing his egregious violations of the House's Code of Official Conduct. It alleges that Representative Gonzales engaged in unwelcome sexual advances and a sexual relationship with Regina Ann Santos-Aviles, an employee working under his direct supervision, which is expressly prohibited by clause 18 of rule XXIII. The resolution details that Gonzales admitted to the relationship in March 2026, after initial public denials and the publication of text messages by news outlets. These messages, from May 2024, reportedly show him making repeated sexual advances to Santos-Aviles, who tragically died by self-immolation in September 2025. Furthermore, a second former staffer also revealed sexually explicit texts from Gonzales, indicating a pattern of sexual bullying and harassment. The resolution argues that his actions undermine public trust and necessitate his removal to uphold ethical standards and protect House staff.
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Submitted in House
Referred to the House Committee on Ethics.
Providing for the expulsion of Representative Tony Gonzales from the United States House of Representatives.
USA119th CongressHRES-1172| House
| Updated: 4/14/2026
This resolution calls for the expulsion of Representative Tony Gonzales from the United States House of Representatives, citing his egregious violations of the House's Code of Official Conduct. It alleges that Representative Gonzales engaged in unwelcome sexual advances and a sexual relationship with Regina Ann Santos-Aviles, an employee working under his direct supervision, which is expressly prohibited by clause 18 of rule XXIII. The resolution details that Gonzales admitted to the relationship in March 2026, after initial public denials and the publication of text messages by news outlets. These messages, from May 2024, reportedly show him making repeated sexual advances to Santos-Aviles, who tragically died by self-immolation in September 2025. Furthermore, a second former staffer also revealed sexually explicit texts from Gonzales, indicating a pattern of sexual bullying and harassment. The resolution argues that his actions undermine public trust and necessitate his removal to uphold ethical standards and protect House staff.