TONY BETRAYED US
Latest Betrayal
Tony Gonzales's Affair
Could Give This Seat to Democrats
It’s been confirmed: Tony Gonzales had a taxpayer-funded affair with one of his employees who killed herself after he cut her off.
Tony’s behavior puts Republicans at risk of losing a safe seat and handing Congress over to the Democrats—and that’s a risk we can’t afford.
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Featured Betrayal
Voted to Bring 86,000 Afghan Refugees
to the U.S. with Inadequate Vetting
July 22, 2021 · H.R. 3985, "ALLIES Act of 2021" · Bill
What it did
Gonzales voted for legislation that expanded Afghan Special Immigrant Visas by 8,000 and relaxed qualification requirements, removing the need for applicants to prove they faced a specific threat. This was part of the broader Operation Allies Welcome that ultimately brought over 86,000 Afghan evacuees to the United States. The bill passed 407-16, with conservatives like Chip Roy, Andy Biggs, Lauren Boebert, and Marjorie Taylor Greene voting NO.
Why it matters
Inspector General reports later revealed officials lacked "critical data" to properly vet evacuees, including missing biometric data and unreliable identification documents. The State Department IG noted "a high level of identity fraud" in Afghanistan.
Defense Department analysts later identified dozens of Afghans in the U.S. with derogatory information in DOD databases. Senator John Cornyn described it as a "haphazard evacuation" where many Afghans were paroled "even when we had derogatory information or concerns about them."
Despite these security concerns, Gonzales publicly stated he wanted "Afghan partners to know that America will not abandon them" and that "Fort Bliss will make a key role" in resettlement.
Tony's Voting Record
Tony's Betrayals
Tony Gonzales has betrayed us time and time again in Congress when he votes against conservative principles. Here are the documented votes that prove it.
Click any item to see the official source.
Gun Control
Border Security
Constitutional Rights / Privacy
Anti-Trump Record
Spending & Foreign Aid
Social Issues
Military & Woke Policies
Texas GOP Censure
March 2023
Censured by His Own Party
After 17 county Republican parties passed resolutions in support, the Republican Party of Texas officially censured Tony Gonzales for 5 violations of core conservative principles—only the second time in Texas GOP history a Republican has been censured.
Official Violations
Voted twice for the Respect for Marriage Act—the only Texas Republican to do so
Only Republican in the U.S. to vote against House Republican rules package
Opposed H.R. 29 border security bill despite representing 843 miles of border
Voted for Biden's gun control bill (S. 2938)
Ignored 8+ contact attempts from Medina County GOP over two months
Penalties Imposed
- No party support: Financial and other campaign support withheld
- Voter education authorized: Up to 12% of party funds can be spent informing voters of his record
- Primary discouragement: Officially discouraged from participating in Republican primaries
Who is Tony Gonzales really fighting for?
Tony's Democrat Friends
On October 3rd, 2025, Tony Gonzales attended the United Civic Organizations 60th Anniversary Gala—where he posed for photos surrounded by Democrat officials.
These are Democrats who support gun control, open borders, and everything Tony Gonzales claims to be against. Yet here he is, smiling and celebrating with them instead of fighting for the conservative values he promised Texas voters.
Tony Gonzales isn't a conservative. He's a RINO who feels more comfortable with party Democrats at fancy galas than with the everyday Texas conservatives who elected him.
Tony Gonzales with Texas Democrats
The United Civic Organization 60th Anniversary Gala • October 3rd, 2025
Tony Gonzales with Texas Democrats
The United Civic Organization 60th Anniversary Gala • October 3rd, 2025
Democrats In The Photo With Tony Gonzales
Lewis G. Owens Jr.
Val Verde County Judge (D)
Tina Martinez
Del Rio City Council Member (D)
Sonia Moreno
District Director for Eddie Morales (D)
Juan Carlos Vazquez
County Commissioner, Pct. 2 (D)
Kerr Wardlaw
County Commissioner, Pct. 1 (D)
David Martinez
Val Verde County Attorney (D)
It gets worse
Tony's Anti-ICE Award
On March 9th, 2023, Tony Gonzales accepted the LULAC National Freedom and Justice Award at their 26th Annual Legislative Awards Gala in Washington, D.C.
LULAC is an organization that sponsors petitions demanding Congressional investigation of DHS following ICE enforcement actions and provides resources for immigrants to report ICE activity. This is an organization actively working against federal immigration enforcement.
While Tony Gonzales represents 843 miles of the Texas border and should be supporting the federal agents protecting it, LULAC actively helps people report ICE agents to undermine their enforcement operations. LULAC operates a direct hotline (1-202-699-4637) and maintains a website at lulac.org/reportice specifically designed to help people report and track ICE enforcement activity—the very agents Tony Gonzales should be supporting as a border representative.
Tony Gonzales represents 843 miles of the Texas border—yet he's accepting awards from anti-ICE organizations. He has never denounced LULAC or returned the award.
March 9, 2023 • Washington, D.C.
LULAC National Freedom and Justice Award
26th Annual Legislative Awards Gala
The Evidence
LULAC's official website featuring Tony Gonzales as a speaker and award recipient
#LULAC #AbolishICE #2026Election
LULAC's anti-ICE advocacy on social media
Actions speak louder than words. Tony Gonzales can claim to be a conservative all he wants—but when the cameras come out, he's standing with Democrats who oppose Second Amendment rights, border security, and Texas values—while accepting awards from organizations that want to abolish ICE.
If Tony Gonzales is this comfortable with Democrats and anti-ICE groups when the cameras are on—what's happening when the cameras are off?
The Truth Must Come Out
Demands for Transparency
The tragic death of Tony Gonzales's aide, Regina Ann Santos-Aviles, has raised serious questions that remain unanswered. Texas voters deserve the truth before they go to the polls.
Why This Matters
These are federal employees of the United States House of Representatives, paid by taxpayers. The public has a right to know the truth. If Congressman Gonzales would like to deny these claims, he should do so under oath with the penalty of perjury.
Release the Investigation Report
The sheriff's office has refused to release the investigation report into Regina Ann Santos-Aviles's death for months. How can an investigation remain sealed from the public with no legal justification?
Release All Supporting Documents
Text messages, police reports, and any relevant documents explaining what happened must be made public. There are persistent reports of incriminating text messages that voters have a right to see.
Release the Coroner Report
Regina Ann Santos-Aviles was a close aide to the congressman—on his payroll up until the day she died. The voters have a right to know the results of the autopsy.
Explain the Non-Disclosure Agreements
Unlike other Texas congressmen, Tony Gonzales reportedly requires his aides and staffers to sign NDAs concerning the congressman and his activities. How many staffers signed NDAs? Which ones? Were NDAs required before they could receive their federal paychecks?
Answer Questions About Staffer Relationships
With how many staffers has Congressman Gonzales had inappropriate relationships during his time in office? How many times have staffers been threatened with legal action or personal and financial destruction?
The Bottom Line
"The issue is Tony Gonzales, his ethics, his true character, and his judgment. Let's have the facts, let's have the truth, and then the voters can truly make an informed decision. Anything less is criminal."
Texas voters have a right to know the truth before March 3rd.
Watch the Full Statement
#Accountability
Entities Called Upon to Release Documents
News Coverage
Married Congressman had alleged affair with aide... before she set herself on fire
Uvalde fights release of 911 calls, police reports in fiery death of congressional staffer
Records blocked: Officials withhold autopsy, police reports
Death of Regina Santos-Aviles ruled a suicide
AG rules records can stay secret despite suicide ruling
Congressional staffer alone in backyard when she caught fire, Uvalde PD says
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