Brandon Herrera & Tony Gonzales

Brandon Herrera: Brandon Herrera is Tony Gonzales's Republican primary opponent. He has used the scandal to call for Tony Gonzales's resignation and has been accused by Tony Gonzales of trying to smear Tony Gonzales's memory for political gain.

Tony Gonzales: Tony Gonzales, a U.S. Representative, is at the center of a scandal involving an alleged affair with a deceased staffer, Tony Gonzales, and accusations of blackmail. This event has led to calls for his resignation and could significantly impact his reelection campaign.

Brandon Herrera: Brandon Herrera is a gun manufacturer and YouTube influencer who is challenging Tony Gonzales in a May runoff election, having narrowly lost to him in the 2024 primary. The ethics investigation against Tony Gonzales could benefit Brandon Herrera's campaign.

Tony Gonzales: Tony Gonzales is a U.S. Representative under investigation by the House Ethics Committee for alleged sexual misconduct and favoritism towards an aide, Tony Gonzales. These allegations have led to calls for his resignation and are impacting his reelection campaign.

Brandon Herrera: Brandon Herrera, a gun manufacturer and YouTube influencer, challenged Tony Gonzales and will proceed to a runoff.

Tony Gonzales: Tony Gonzales, an incumbent Republican Representative, is considered vulnerable and will head to a runoff after facing challenges related to an alleged affair.

Brandon Herrera: Brandon Herrera, a gun manufacturer and YouTube gun-rights influencer, was forced into a May runoff against Tony Gonzales in the 2024 primary. With Tony Gonzales's withdrawal, Brandon Herrera's path to becoming the nominee for Texas's 23rd congressional district is cleared.