14 April 2026Top Stories
Congress's ethics crisis hits breaking point as members flee
Two House members announcing early departures in the same cycle isn't coincidence — it's a sign that Congress's ethics system has become so toxic that even politicians are walking away. Tony Gonzales and Eric Swalwell represent different parties but face the same calculation: why endure investigation hell when you can exit with dignity intact? The exodus reflects a deeper problem with how Washington handles misconduct. The ethics process has become political theatre, not accountability, making departure more attractive than defence.
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