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2. Tony Gonzalez official statement on the initial reports of Ms. Santos-Aviles passing:

Wed Feb 18, 2026, 10:49 AM

Feb 18

“We are all heart-stricken by the recent news,” said Rep. Gonzales in a statement to KSAT Investigates. “Regina devoted her profession toward making a difference in her community. She will always be remembered for her passion towards Uvalde and helping the community become a better place.”

Source: https://www.ksat.com/news/ksat-investigates/2025/09/17/death-of-congressional-staffer-under-investigation-by-texas-rangers-uvalde-pd-rep-tony-gonzales-heart-stricken/

"Heart-stricken" as opposed to "Heartbroken" stands out.

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Cong. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) in deep trouble [View all] Pototan Feb 18 OP

Rec for the party of malaise Feb 18 #1

Nah, Republican voters will blame the woman newdeal2 Feb 18 #3

True, many g-o-pedos will see her death as "problem solved" some of them Maru Kitteh Tuesday #13

He's a real asshole. hamsterjill Feb 18 #4

I don't Greg_In_SF Feb 18 #5

Politically Pototan Feb 18 #8

Sounds rather serious Torchlight Feb 18 #9

EVERY DAY, and new horror!!! CTyankee Feb 18 #6

He can now be Paxton's new BFF. cloudbase Feb 18 #7