Rep. Byron Donalds of Florida said he will support expulsion votes for both Rep. Eric Swalwell, a California Democrat, and Rep. Tony Gonzales, a Texas Republican, over allegations of sexual assault and misconduct.
Donalds made the declaration on Meet the Press, signaling his readiness to vote for removal measures against the two House members. The announcement reflects growing pressure within Congress to hold lawmakers accountable for allegations involving sexual conduct.
Swalwell, who has represented California's 15th district, and Gonzales, representing Texas's 23rd district, now face formal calls for expulsion from their colleagues. The cases represent a rare moment of bipartisan agreement on the question of removing members from office over personal conduct.
Donalds' position places him among those Republicans and Democrats willing to pursue the most severe disciplinary action available to the House. Expulsion requires a two-thirds majority vote, making it one of the most difficult procedures the chamber undertakes.
The Florida congressman's public commitment on the national platform underscores the seriousness with which some lawmakers are treating the allegations. His willingness to vote for expelling a fellow Republican suggests the misconduct allegations carry weight beyond partisan lines.
Both expulsion measures will require substantial support to succeed in the full House vote. Donalds' announcement adds to the list of lawmakers prepared to remove their colleagues, though the threshold for expulsion remains high and the final vote outcomes remain uncertain.
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