Scandal Rocks Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales: Staff Member Allegations Emerge

Texas Representative Tony Gonzales, who is facing a tough re-election fight, has denied engaging in a sexual relationship with a staff member. The allegations have thrust the congressman into a scandal that has placed intense pressure on him to resign.

The controversy erupted after reports surfaced that Gonzales had sent inappropriate messages of a sexual nature to one of his aides. The messages, which have not been made public, are said to have been discovered by other members of Gonzales' staff, who then brought the matter to the attention of congressional authorities.