Summary
Representatives Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales have formally resigned from Congress due to sexual misconduct scandals. Swalwell's resignation is immediate, while Gonzales' resignation took effect later the same day.
Key Facts
- Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales are members of Congress from California and Texas, respectively.
- Swalwell faced accusations from four women involving sexual misconduct, which he denies.
- Gonzales admitted to an affair with a staff member who later died by suicide.
- Both resignations occurred on the same day, with different effective times.
- They resigned because they were at risk of being expelled from Congress.
- The House clerk recorded the times when their resignations became effective.
