GOP Rep Warns Senate Leader to 'Look Into' Allegations Against One of His Senators

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna says the allegations are 'very disturbing' and her chief will be contacting the Senate leader's chief.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 10:27pm

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Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) warned Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) on Wednesday that he needs to 'look into' allegations against one of his Senators, adding that the allegations are 'very disturbing'. This comes after Luna led the charge against Reps. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) and Tony Gonzales (R-TX), who both resigned this week amid allegations of sexual misconduct.

Why it matters

The allegations against a sitting Senator could have significant political implications, especially with the Republican Party now in control of the Senate. This also highlights the ongoing issue of sexual misconduct allegations against members of Congress.

The details

In a social media post, Luna said 'It's seems like the Senate has its own trash to take out. @LeaderJohnThune You need to look into the allegations against one of your Senators, it's very disturbing. My chief will be contacting your chief.' Luna had previously suggested that former employees were rumored to accuse Rep. Swalwell of sexual assault, before those allegations became public this week.

  • On April 6th, Luna posted about the rumored allegations against Swalwell.
  • On April 7th, Luna said she would do a 'conference all-call' to tell members it's illegal to sexually harass staff.
  • On April 15th, 2026, Luna warned Senate Majority Leader Thune about the allegations against one of his Senators.

The players

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna

A Republican Congresswoman from Florida who led the charge against Reps. Swalwell and Gonzales over sexual misconduct allegations.

Sen. John Thune

The Republican Senate Majority Leader from South Dakota.

Rep. Eric Swalwell

A Democratic Congressman from California who resigned this week amid sexual misconduct allegations.

Rep. Tony Gonzales

A Republican Congressman from Texas who resigned this week amid sexual misconduct allegations.

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What they’re saying

“It's seems like the Senate has its own trash to take out. @LeaderJohnThune You need to look into the allegations against one of your Senators, it's very disturbing. My chief will be contacting your chief.”

— Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, Congresswoman

What’s next

The Senate Majority Leader's office has not yet responded to Luna's warning, but it is expected that they will investigate the allegations against the unnamed Senator.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing issue of sexual misconduct allegations against members of Congress, and the need for stronger accountability and transparency within the legislative branch.