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GOP Rep. Gonzales gives up on reelection bid

Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas announced Thursday night he was dropping his reelection bid after the Ethics Committee opened an investigation.

Roll Call · Mar 5

‘I made a mistake’: Rep. Tony Gonzales admits affair with staffer who later died by suicide amid ethics investigation

Rep. Tony Gonzales admitted to a sexual relationship with a staffer who died by suicide, hours after the House Ethics Committee launched an investigation. Gonzales stated he made a mistake and takes full responsibility, while also facing a runoff election after failing to secure a majority in the Texas primary.

The Times of India · Mar 5

When is a war in Iran not a ‘war’? When it’s ‘our’ war

ANALYSIS: Republicans know ‘forever wars’ are unpopular, Eric Garcia writes. So they are coming up with tortured definitions of what a war is. Sound familiar?

The Independent UK · Mar 4

Senate votes down resolution to prevent Trump from continuing war with Iran

War powers vote broke along party lines with almost all Democrats in support and most Republicans opposed

The Guardian - US · Mar 4

Rubio tries to backtrack after Israel comments later contradicted by Trump trigger criticism – as it happened

US president said Tuesday he ‘might have forced Israel’s hand’ in attack Iran, day after Rubio said Israel planned to strike Iran first

The Guardian - US · Mar 3

Mike Johnson defends Iran attack as move to prevent ‘staggering’ US casualties

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The Independent UK · Mar 3

US strikes on Iran triggered by Israel’s plan to launch attack, Rubio says

Democrats disturbed by rationale that Trump ordered pre-emptive strikes out of concern about Tehran retaliation

The Guardian - US · Mar 3

Jasmine Crockett Slams Trump Over Iran Attack: 'Once Again Starting Illegal Wars'

Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett slammed President Donald Trump over his decision to launch attacks against the Iranian regime, calling on Congress to "pass a War Powers Resolution to rein in this dangerous overreach before more damage is done."

Latin Times · Feb 28

‘Gang of Eight’ was briefed on Iran attack by Trump admin before strikes

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The Independent UK · Feb 28

Tony Gonzales heads into Election Day with political future imperiled, Democrats eyeing his district

Both parties are contemplating the notion of Brandon Herrera, a gun-loving YouTuber with a history of provocative comments, as the GOP nominee. Herrera says he can win in November.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 27