Democrat Vicente Gonzalez's Campaign Spending Includes Travel to Disney and Luxury Hotels

<p>Democratic House Representative Vicente Gonzalez has faced scrutiny for his campaign spending, which includes nearly $20,000 on travel and hospitality, while accusing Republican rival Mayra Flores of using donor money for personal expenses. Gonzalez's campaign records show expenditures around the same time as international and domestic trips with his wife, including visits to Disney World, a five-star hotel in the UAE, and a Michelin-starred restaurant in Zurich.</p><p>In October 2025, Gonzalez criticized Flores for allegedly living off donor funds after her campaign reported spending at Disney World. His own campaign also reported payments to the Florida theme park totaling over $1,100, coinciding with his social media posts documenting a trip to Disney World with his family in April 2025.</p><p>Gonzalez's campaign spending has been detailed in reports, showing thousands of dollars spent at upscale restaurants and hotels across various locations, including Washington, Texas, California, and Europe. For instance, during a 2024 trip to the UAE, his campaign reported over $13,000 in expenses for airfare and hotels, which Gonzalez described as an