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Tom DeLay to Resign from Congress Succumbing to scandal, former Majority Leader Tom Delay intends to resign from Congress within weeks, closing out a career that blended unflinching conservatism with a bare-knuckled political style. Delay was first elected in 1984, and conceded he faced a difficult race for re-election.
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Tom DeLay to Resign from Congress

Succumbing to scandal, former Majority Leader Tom Delay intends to resign from Congress.

Facing Long Odds in Texas, DeLay Opts Out

Former House Majority Leader Tom DeLay plans to give up his seat, one week after one of the Texas Republican's top aides pleaded guilty in the corruption investigation of lobbyist Jack Abramoff. In addition to a tough battle for re-election, DeLay is facing corruption charges in Texas.

Facing Long Odds in Texas, DeLay Opts Out

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Opinion

On DeLay's Home Turf, Reaction Is One of Surprise

News that Rep. Tom DeLay has decided to give up his House seat leaves many in the veteran Republican's hometown of Sugar Land, Texas, scratching their heads. With the primaries already come and gone, few voters think the timing of the former House Majority Leader's announcement is anything other than puzzling.

On DeLay's Home Turf, Reaction Is One of Surprise

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Analysis

Gauging Effect of DeLay's Resignation on Elections

What effect will Rep. Tom DeLay's resignation from Congress have on his fellow House Republicans who are running for re-election -- and on Democrats trying to cast Republicans as part of a culture of corruption on Capitol Hill? Melissa Block talks with Stuart Rothenberg, editor of The Rothenberg Political Report and a columnist for Roll Call.

Gauging Effect of DeLay's Resignation on Elections

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DeLay Says He's Not Backing Away from a Fight

Rep. Tom DeLay, the former House majority leader, announces he is resigning from Congress by June. After his decision became public, Andrea Seabrook spoke the Texas Republican by phone and asked him whether he was backing away from a fight.

DeLay Says He's Not Backing Away from a Fight

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Analysis

DeLay Departure Ripples Through Washington

What will be the political fallout from Republican Congressman Tom DeLay's impending resignation? Juan Williams talks to Steve Inskeep about the future of DeLay's Texas seat, and how his announcement will affect mid-term elections.

DeLay Departure Ripples Through Washington

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Dogged by Investigations, DeLay to Leave Congress

Texas Congressman Tom DeLay plans to resign his seat in the coming weeks. The Republican former House majority leader doubts his chances of winning re-election in the face of mounting political troubles.

Dogged by Investigations, DeLay to Leave Congress

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Lobbyist Abramoff Sentenced, Remains Free

Lobbyist Jack Abramoff and his partner Adam Kidan are sentenced to nearly six years in prison for committing fraud in the purchase of a gambling fleet. But they were allowed to remain free while they help a corruption investigation targeting Congress.

Lobbyist Abramoff Sentenced, Remains Free

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DeLay Triumphs in Republican Primary

Texas Congressman Tom DeLay won the Republican nomination to the House on Tuesday. It was his first election challenge since being indicted and forced to step down as House Majority leader. Now he must focus on a fight against Democratic nominee Nick Lampson in the fall general election.

DeLay Triumphs in Republican Primary

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High Court Hears Texas Redistricting Case

The U.S. Supreme Court hears a case that could have a major impact on elections and the balance of power in Congress. Up for debate is the constitutionality of a political boundary map promoted by former House Majority Leader Tom DeLay (R-TX).

High Court Hears Texas Redistricting Case

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Multiple Candidates Vie for House Leadership

The announcement by embattled Rep. Tom DeLay (R-TX) that he will not seek to reclaim his House leadership position has led two other Republicans -- acting Majority Leader Roy Blunt of Missouri and Ohio Rep. John Boehner -- to enter the race. But there may be more candidates.

Multiple Candidates Vie for House Leadership

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Analysis

End of the DeLay Era Arrives on Capitol Hill

Liane Hansen speaks with Doyle McManus, Washington bureau chief for the Los Angeles Times, about Tom DeLay's decision to abandon hopes of returning to the House leadership, and the ramifications of the indictment of lobbyist Jack Abramoff.

End of the DeLay Era Arrives on Capitol Hill

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One Charge Against Tom DeLay Dismissed

A Texas judge Monday dismissed one conspiracy charge against former House Majority Leader Tom DeLay. Still, the most serious counts in the indictment were upheld and DeLay still faces a possible criminal trial for illegally funneling money to Texas Republican candidates.

One Charge Against Tom DeLay Dismissed

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Political Donations Prompt Removal of DeLay Judge

The judge in the conspiracy case of former House Majority Leader Tom DeLay is removed because of his donations to Democratic candidates and causes. District Judge Bob Perkins' political donations called his impartiality into question.

Political Donations Prompt Removal of DeLay Judge

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DeLay Makes First Court Appearance

Former House Majority Leader Tom DeLay makes his first appearance in an Austin court to face campaign-finance charges. But an attorney for the Texas Republican called for a new judge due to political concerns, postponing DeLay's arraignment indefinitely.

DeLay Makes First Court Appearance

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Top Lobbyist Connected to DeLay Indictment

The name of uber-lobbyist Jack Abramoff came up in the recent indictment of former House Majority Leader Tom DeLay. Madeleine Brand speaks with Time reporter Karen Tumulty about Abramoff's connection to the case, and the other ethical allegations against him.

Top Lobbyist Connected to DeLay Indictment

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DeLay Faces Second Indictment

Rep. Tom Delay (R-TX) is indicted for a second time -- this time on money laundering charges. Last week, DeLay was charged with criminal conspiracy, which forced him to step down as House majority leader. If convicted, he could now face up to 20 years in prison.

DeLay Faces Second Indictment

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Republican Party Sees Mounting Problems

The Republican party has had to absorb some tough political blows. President Bush saw low approval ratings following Hurricane Katrina. His choice to replace retiring Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor has come under criticism from some conservatives. And House Majority Leader Tom Delay has recently been indicted on money laundering. How is the GOP reacting to recent troubles?

Republican Party Sees Mounting Problems

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