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Husband of late Gonzales aide calls him a predator amid affair allegations
politics2 days ago

Husband of late Gonzales aide calls him a predator amid affair allegations

Adrian Aviles, husband of Rep. Tony Gonzales’ late staffer Regina Santos-Aviles, told CNN’s Erin Burnett on OutFront that the congressman is a “predator” and released text messages alleging an affair. Gonzales denies the affair and says he’s being blackmailed, insisting he will not resign as some Republicans call for it ahead of a primary election; Santos-Aviles died by suicide last year. Aviles says his motive is to reveal facts, not politics.

Gonzales vows to stay in Congress amid affair allegations and ethics probe
politics4 days ago

Gonzales vows to stay in Congress amid affair allegations and ethics probe

Rep. Tony Gonzales said he would not resign amid reports he had an affair with a senior staffer who later died by suicide, including allegations of explicit texts; he declined to confirm the affair and said he’s being blackmailed. The case is under a House ethics review, with some GOP colleagues calling for his resignation and others urging patience as details emerge. Gonzales is one week from a high-stakes primary against Brandon Herrera, while House leadership, including Speaker Mike Johnson, is involved in addressing the matter.

Gonzales claims dead staffer’s husband tried to blackmail him over alleged affair
politics8 days ago

Gonzales claims dead staffer’s husband tried to blackmail him over alleged affair

Rep. Tony Gonzales says he is being blackmailed by the husband of a former aide who died by suicide, citing an email that sought up to $300,000 in exchange for a nondisclosure agreement about an alleged affair; the story ties to ongoing coverage of Regina Santos-Aviles and Gonzales’s GOP primary, while he denies the affair and calls for the police report on her death to be released.

Gonzales faces fresh affair allegations tied to aide’s suicide
politics9 days ago

Gonzales faces fresh affair allegations tied to aide’s suicide

A Texas congressman, Rep. Tony Gonzales, is accused by the estranged husband of his former aide Regina Santos-Aviles of having had an affair with her before her death by self-immolation. Gonzales denies the relationship; a lawyer says he has seen texts to that effect, though The Washington Post could not verify them. The allegations surface as Gonzales fights a tight primary against Brandon Herrera and as critics question ethics and potential use of taxpayer funds, with the accuser’s lawyer framing the matter as a political issue rather than blackmail.

Aide's Text Alleging Affair With Rep. Gonzales Surfaces Weeks Before Her Death
politics10 days ago

Aide's Text Alleging Affair With Rep. Gonzales Surfaces Weeks Before Her Death

Regina Santos-Aviles, an aide to Rep. Tony Gonzales, texted a colleague that she had an affair with the congressman; months later she died after being found critically burned, and the medical examiner ruled the death a suicide. Gonzales denies the affair and faces renewed pressure from rivals to step down as he runs for a fourth term in Texas while the primary unfolds.

Virginia husband convicted in murder plot tied to affair and catfishing with au pair
crime25 days ago

Virginia husband convicted in murder plot tied to affair and catfishing with au pair

A Virginia jury found Brendan Banfield guilty of murdering his wife, Christine Banfield, and Joseph Ryan, who prosecutors say was lured to the home as part of an affair-driven scheme with Brazilian au pair Juliana Magalhães, who testified after pleading guilty to manslaughter; prosecutors argued the couple impersonated Christine to lure Ryan in a catfishing plot, while Banfield faces life in prison at sentencing and Magalhães could be freed after time served.

Virginia man found guilty in wife murder tied to affair with au pair
crime25 days ago

Virginia man found guilty in wife murder tied to affair with au pair

A Virginia man, Brendan Banfield, was found guilty of murdering his wife Christine Banfield and a man, Joseph Ryan; prosecutors said he plotted with his Brazilian au pair, Juliana Magalhães, who had an affair with him, to lure Ryan to the house as a fall guy and stage a killing. Magalhães pleaded guilty to manslaughter and testified against Banfield, who testified in his own defense. The jury deliberated about nine hours; Banfield faces life in prison at sentencing on May 8.

Virginia man convicted of aggravated murder in au pair affair double murder
crime26 days ago

Virginia man convicted of aggravated murder in au pair affair double murder

A Fairfax County, Virginia jury convicted Brendan Banfield on two counts of aggravated murder, along with a firearms offense and child endangerment, for the killings of his wife Christine Banfield and Joseph Ryan in a scheme tied to Banfield’s affair with the family’s au pair. Prosecutors say Banfield and Juliana Peres Magalhães posed as his wife online to lure Ryan to the home, where Ryan was killed and the scene staged to look like self-defense; Banfield testified he loved his wife and acted only after Ryan attacked her. The 4-year-old daughter was in the home during the killings. Banfield faces life in prison with sentencing set for May 8.

Virginia Husband Denies Plot in Double Homicide Amid Au Pair Affair
crime1 month ago

Virginia Husband Denies Plot in Double Homicide Amid Au Pair Affair

Brendan Banfield testified in Fairfax County Circuit Court that he loved his wife and did not plot to kill her despite an affair with the family’s au pair, Juliana Peres Magalhães. Prosecutors say Banfield and Magalhães lured Joe Ryan to their home and killed him, while Banfield stabbed his wife and staged the scene; Magalhães has pleaded guilty to a downgraded manslaughter charge and testified about the alleged plan, making Banfield’s denial a central issue as he faces aggravated-murder charges and the possibility of life in prison.

Katie Bates Breaks Silence on Travis Clark's Affair, Emphasizes Family Healing
celebrity1 month ago

Katie Bates Breaks Silence on Travis Clark's Affair, Emphasizes Family Healing

Katie Bates Clark addressed her husband Travis Clark's infidelity in an Instagram post, saying their marriage is deeply hurt and she is focusing on their children and healing. She and Travis are privately seeking counseling, with legal guidance, as they determine the best path forward for their family. She also referenced a miscarriage that occurred prior to his confession and asked for privacy and grace during a difficult time.

Katie Bates Clark Seeks Privacy as Travis Clark Admits Infidelity
entertainment1 month ago

Katie Bates Clark Seeks Privacy as Travis Clark Admits Infidelity

Katie Bates Clark released a statement after husband Travis Clark publicly admitted to an affair, saying she has legal counsel, is taking things one day at a time, and is pursuing both couples and individual counseling while considering her future for their two young children. The couple, part of the Bringing Up Bates universe, are asking for privacy as Travis seeks help, and Katie notes she will continue posting for work commitments while navigating this painful, highly personal situation.