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congressman

[kong-gris-muhn] / ˈkɒŋ grɪs mən /


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Influential forces in Sacramento had begun coalescing behind the then-Bay Area congressman, including some consultants and advisors close to Gov. Gavin Newsom.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

The former congressman has flatly and vigorously denied criminal wrongdoing while acknowledging and apologizing for unspecific “mistakes.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

As a result, Congress opened an ethics inquiry, and lawmakers were considering expelling the congressman.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

When news initially broke of Gonzales’ alleged affair, the congressman claimed that he was the victim of an extortion plot.

From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026

Dr. Steven Kagen, a congressman from Wisconsin, presented them with their degrees.

From "Women in Space" by Karen Bush Gibson