Greene: More Congress Members Accused of Misconduct Like Swalwell, Gonzales

Former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene says she believes 'more prevalent' misconduct exists in Congress.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 3:18am

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Former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) claimed on Monday that she believes more members of Congress are guilty of conduct 'similar' to the allegations against Reps. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) and Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.), who both announced their resignations this week amid separate investigations into sexual misconduct. Greene said 'Congress is no place for that type of behavior' and that the resignations may have been the result of 'conversations' between House leaders.

Why it matters

The allegations against Gonzales and Swalwell have sparked renewed scrutiny over misconduct in Congress, with Greene suggesting the problem may be more widespread than previously known. The resignations of the two lawmakers also raise questions about the broader culture and accountability within the legislative branch.

The details

Gonzales and Swalwell announced their resignations on Monday after facing separate investigations by the House Ethics Committee. Gonzales admitted to an affair with his district director, Regina Ann Santos-Aviles, who later died by suicide. Swalwell was accused of sexual assault by a former aide, as well as other instances of sexual misconduct. Greene claimed there are 'more members of Congress that are guilty of things similar' to the allegations against Gonzales and Swalwell, though she did not provide specifics.

  • On Friday, the San Francisco Chronicle detailed accusations of sexual assault levied by a former aide against Swalwell.
  • Earlier this year, the San-Antonio Express News reported that Gonzales had an affair with his district director, Regina Ann Santos-Aviles, who later died by suicide.

The players

Marjorie Taylor Greene

Former Republican Congresswoman from Georgia who claimed there are more members of Congress guilty of misconduct similar to the allegations against Gonzales and Swalwell.

Tony Gonzales

Republican Congressman from Texas who resigned amid an investigation into an affair with his district director.

Eric Swalwell

Democratic Congressman from California who resigned amid allegations of sexual assault and misconduct.

Ro Khanna

Democratic Congressman from California who joined Greene on CNN and said Swalwell and Gonzales 'did despicable things'.

Mike Johnson

Republican Congressman from Louisiana who serves as House Speaker.

Hakeem Jeffries

Democratic Congressman from New York who serves as House Minority Leader.

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What they’re saying

“Congress is no place for that type of behavior. But I have to tell you, it's a lot more prevalent. I think there's more members of Congress that are guilty of things similar to Congressman Swalwell and Congressman Gonzales, and we just haven't seen them, basically, get caught.”

— Marjorie Taylor Greene, Former Congresswoman

“What Representative Swalwell did and what Representative Gonzales did is disgusting.”

— Ro Khanna, Congressman

What’s next

The House Ethics Committee will continue its investigations into the allegations against Gonzales and Swalwell, and it remains to be seen if any other members of Congress will face similar scrutiny.

The takeaway

The resignations of Gonzales and Swalwell have reignited concerns about misconduct and accountability within Congress, with Greene suggesting the problem may be more widespread than previously known. This raises questions about the broader culture and oversight mechanisms in the legislative branch.