Rep. Tony Gonzales says he'll retire as he faces an ethics probe and possible expulsion vote

The Texas Republican's announcement came shortly after Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell said he plans to resign amid sexual assault and misconduct allegations.

Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, announced Monday that he is retiring from Congress after the House Ethics Committee launched a probe into him over a romantic relationship with a former staffer who later died by suicide.

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“There is a season for everything and God has a plan for us all. When Congress returns tomorrow, I will file my retirement from office. It has been my privilege to serve the great people of Texas,” Gonzales said on X.

He did not specify when he plans to step down. Gonzales had announced last month that he was dropping his re-election bid.