House Speaker Mike Johnson and the rest of GOP leadership on Thursday issued a statement calling on Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, to end his reelection bid as the blowback from his now-confirmed affair has rocked his candidacy.

"The Ethics Committee has announced an investigation into Congressman Tony Gonzales's conduct, and we urge them to act expeditiously," the GOP leadership said in a statement. "Congressman Gonzales has said he will fully cooperate with the investigation. We have encouraged him to address these very serious allegations directly with his constituents and colleagues. In the meantime, Leadership has asked Congressman Gonzales to withdraw from his race for reelection."

Gonzales advanced to a runoff on Tuesday evening against primary challenger Brandon Herrera, a conservative YouTuber who challenged him last cycle.

"I would like to thank Speaker Johnson and House leadership for holding Congressman Tony Gonzales accountable for actions that have tarnished the office," Herrera said.
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I’m looking forward to representing the district the way the people of West Texas have always deserved."

Gonazles ultimately admitted to having an affair with a married staffer, who later committed suicide.

Ben Whedon is the Chief Political Correspondent at Just the News. Follow him on X.