congressman

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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

After football, he became a congressman in the Buffalo area and, later, presidential candidate Bob Dole’s choice to join his Republican ticket as his vice presidential running mate.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

US congressman Eric Swalwell has dropped out of California's governor race following growing pressure over sexual misconduct allegations.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

"For nearly 20 years, I have served the public - as a prosecutor and a congressman and have always protected women," the married father-of-three added.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

A moment later a well-dressed Negro woman about Mom’s age came in, and the Negro congressman and another man led her to the benches in the back.

From "Mississippi Trial, 1955" by Chris Crowe