Multiple accusers and active probes by prosecutors intensify political fallout.
San Francisco, California — U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell is facing mounting calls to resign and withdraw from the California governor’s race after a former staffer and three other women accused him of sexual assault and misconduct, according to multiple published reports.
The allegations have prompted investigations by both the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office and the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office, while several political allies have publicly withdrawn support, escalating the political crisis surrounding the Democratic congressman.
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Allegations from former staffer and others
According to reporting by the San Francisco Chronicle, a former staffer alleged that Swalwell sexually assaulted her twice in 2019 when she was too intoxicated to consent, including an incident in which she said she woke up in his hotel room.
CNN reported that three additional women who worked for Swalwell accused him of sexual misconduct, including sending inappropriate, explicit, or unwanted messages.
Swalwell has denied all allegations, calling them “categorically false” and “flat false” in a public video statement, and said he intends to fight the claims with “facts” and “legal action.”
Political fallout and calls to step down
The allegations have triggered swift political consequences, with prominent Democratic allies, including members of Congress, withdrawing their support. Among them, Rep. Adam Schiff is cited among those distancing themselves as pressure mounts on Swalwell to resign and exit the gubernatorial race.
Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) stated she intends to file a motion to expel Swalwell from Congress, adding to the growing calls for his removal from office.
Analysts cited in reports suggest the controversy has severely damaged, and potentially ended, Swalwell’s bid for governor, where he had been considered a leading contender.
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Key Points
• Rep. Eric Swalwell accused by four women of sexual assault and misconduct
• Investigations opened by Manhattan and Alameda County prosecutors
• Political allies withdraw support as calls grow for resignation and expulsion
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Prior scrutiny resurfaces
Separate from the current allegations, Swalwell has previously faced scrutiny over past contact with Christine Fang, a Chinese national suspected by the FBI of acting as a political operative.
Between 2011 and 2015, Fang engaged in fundraising activities and helped place an intern in Swalwell’s congressional office. The FBI provided Swalwell with a defensive briefing in 2015 regarding Fang’s activities, after which he cut off all contact. Investigations and a House ethics probe did not find wrongdoing by Swalwell.
That episode resurfaced in political discourse in later years, particularly among critics of his role on the House Intelligence Committee.
Investigations ongoing
Both the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office and the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office have confirmed they are investigating the allegations, though no charges have been publicly announced.
Swalwell remains in office and has not withdrawn from the governor’s race as of the latest reports. The investigations are ongoing, and no findings have been released.
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