House Republicans Demand Tony Gonzales Resign Over Explicit Texts With Staffer Who Later Died

At least four House Republicans are calling on Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX) to resign or suspend his 2026 reelection bid after evidence surfaced that he sent explicit late-night text messages to a congressional staffer who later died by setting herself on fire. Rep. Lauren Boebert of Colorado was the first to demand his departure, followed by growing calls from within the party. The scandal threatens to further narrow Republicans' razor-thin House majority and has sent shockwaves through a caucus already managing internal divisions heading into the midterms.