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Democrats Urge Swalwell to Quit California Governor Race
Prominent supporters and labor unions withdrew backing as Swalwell denied the allegations and vowed to fight them, with 13% support in a March poll.
- On Friday, Rep. Eric Swalwell's California gubernatorial campaign faced collapse after the San Francisco Chronicle reported a former staffer's allegations that he sexually assaulted her twice, in 2019 and 2024.
- The staffer alleged assaults occurred while she was too intoxicated to consent; CNN reported three other women alleged misconduct, while Swalwell's attorney issued cease-and-desist letters calling the claims "false."
- Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senator Adam Schiff withdrew endorsements Friday, with Pelosi stating the "extremely sensitive matter" requires investigation "outside of a gubernatorial campaign."
- Rep. Jimmy Gomez, campaign co-chair, resigned Friday as senior aides departed; the California Teachers Association and other major groups suspended their support amid the mounting scrutiny.
- With mail-in voting beginning next month before the June 2 primary, analysts warn the fallout could reshape California's top-two primary and allow Republicans to advance if Democratic support fragments.
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Fla. GOP rep files motion to expel Eric Swalwell from Congress — following sexual assault allegations against Calif. governor candidate
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) says she will force a House floor vote next week on removing embattled Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) from Congress following stunning sexual assault allegations against him – saying she won’t serve with “sexual deviants.”
US Rep. Eric Swalwell, candidate for California governor, rejects rape and sexual assault allegations: What did he say?
US Representative Eric Swalwell has been accused of rape and sexual assault by a former staffer, which he denied. Additionally, three other women have accused him of sexual misconduct, including sending unsolicited explicit messages, allegations he also rejected.
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