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GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales announces he is leaving Congress

Original: GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales says he's stepping down from Congress

Republican Representative Tony Gonzales of Texas says he is stepping down from Congress, according to ABC News. The announcement removes a sitting GOP lawmaker from the House and adds to questions about the party's lineup heading into upcoming elections. Further details about his reasons or timing had not been reported in the initial coverage.

Why now: An unexpected resignation by a sitting Republican congressman is significant for House politics and the GOP's future plans.

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