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Trump Backs Herrera After Gonzales Exits Amid Scandal

3/13/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump endorsed Brandon Herrera on March 12, 2026 after Rep. Tony Gonzales exited the race amid an ethics investigation linked to an affair.
Trump praised Herrera as a strong MAGA advocate for Texas's 23rd District.
Herrera narrowly won the GOP primary and pledged to defeat Democrats in November.
Gonzales admitted to the affair and asked for forgiveness.
Herrera will face Democratic nominee Katy Padilla Stout in November.

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U.S. President Donald Trump endorsed Brandon Herrera on March 12, 2026 after Rep. Tony Gonzales exited the race amid an ethics investigation linked to an affair.
Trump praised Herrera as a strong MAGA advocate for Texas's 23rd District.
Herrera narrowly won the GOP primary and pledged to defeat Democrats in November.
Gonzales admitted to the affair and asked for forgiveness.
Herrera will face Democratic nominee Katy Padilla Stout in November.