congressman

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A former Oklahoma congressman named Dave McCurdy said that Muslim fundamentalists had been convening in the area.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2026

On Monday, he and former Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas, another congressman accused of inappropriate relationships with staff, resigned amid a bipartisan push led by two women to expel them from office.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

That congressman was Gerald Ford, who went on to be president.

From Barron's • Apr. 18, 2026

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

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

The seventh congressman to vote was Harry Burn, twenty-four, the youngest member of the legislature.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling