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Eric Swalwell (D-CA) faces new allegations before resignation
Lonna Drewes accused Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) of drugging and raping her in 2018, detailing her experience during a press conference on April 14, 2026. Drewes stated she was incapacitated before the alleged attack and indicated plans to file a police report. Swalwell announced his resignation from Congress effective the same day as the allegations resurfaced, following a history of sexual misconduct claims against him. He previously suspended his campaign for California governor on April 10, 2026, and is under criminal investigation by the Manhattan District Attorney's Office regarding another alleged incident.
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Rep. Eric Swalwell Resigns Amid Allegations and Expulsion Threats
Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) resigned from Congress following sexual misconduct allegations and amid calls for his expulsion from colleagues. His resignation was announced in a statement on his X account, where he also denied some allegations. In recent days, multiple allegations surfaced, including claims from a former aide who stated Swalwell assaulted her when she was intoxicated. The House Ethics Committee has opened an investigation into his conduct, and additional measures for expulsion were being proposed by fellow lawmakers.
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Rep. Swalwell (D-CA) Denies Assault Allegations Ahead of Primary
Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) has denied allegations of sexual assault from 2019 and 2024, as reported by the San Francisco Chronicle. These allegations arose close to the June 2 primary election, with Swalwell's campaign facing significant pressure from peers and organizations, including the California Teachers Association and Senator Adam Schiff, who both withdrew their support. Swalwell described the allegations as false, stating they are timed to coincide with his campaign's momentum. Amidst these claims, Swalwell's future in the gubernatorial race remains uncertain, as peers urge his withdrawal.
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