US EditionLos Angeles DA says Swalwell under investigation
The probe follows Lonna Drewes’ claim that Swalwell drugged and raped her, as prosecutors review evidence from multiple allegations.
- On Tuesday, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman confirmed the Sex Crimes Division is investigating former Congressman Eric Swalwell following sexual assault allegations from Lonna Drewes regarding a 2018 incident.
- Drewes accused Swalwell of drugging, choking, and raping her at a hotel, filing a report with the Los Angeles County Sheriff that includes supporting evidence like photos and journal entries.
- Multiple women, including a former staffer, also alleged misconduct, while Swalwell's attorney Sara Azari called the accusations a "ruthless and shameless attempt to smear" her client.
- Swalwell resigned from Congress on Tuesday and dropped his gubernatorial bid Sunday, as the House Ethics Committee and the Manhattan District Attorney launched separate investigations into the allegations.
- Detectives from the Special Victims Bureau are currently gathering evidence to present to the DA for filing consideration, as Swalwell denied the allegations, stating he has spent twenty years serving the public.
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What to Know About the Latest Allegations Against Eric Swalwell
Democratic United States Rep. Eric Swalwell attends the SEIU-United Service Workers West (SEIU-USWW)'s Gubernatorial Candidate Worker Forum at Meruelo Studios in Los Angeles, Calif., on Jan. 10, 2026. —Etienne Laurent—AFP/Getty ImagesEric Swalwell may have resigned from Congress, but the scandal that forced him to vacate his House seat and end his bid for California governor continues to grow.On Tuesday, former model and fashion software compan…
LA District Attorney Is Investigating Eric Swalwell for Possible Rape
The Manhattan court system is currently investigating Representative Eric Swalwell for sexual assault. Since he resigned, a second woman has come forward to say he raped her. Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman has confirmed that former California Rep. Eric Swalwell is under investigation for alleged sexual misconduct, following a new accusation from Lonna Drewes, a former model and fashion technology entrepreneur. Drewes, speaking at a…
Los Angeles DA Launches Investigation Into Swalwell After Fifth Accuser Comes Forward with Shocking Allegations of Rape
The Los Angeles District Attorney has launched an investigation into Eric Swalwell over allegations of sexual assault. The LA DA, Nathan Hochman, confirmed the investigation to The Hill after a fifth Swalwell accuser came forward with shocking allegations during a press conference in Beverly Hills on Tuesday morning. The Hill reported: Former Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) is under investigation in Los Angeles over allegations of sexual misconduc…
Los Angeles DA says Swalwell under investigation
Former Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) is under investigation in Los Angeles over allegations of sexual misconduct, the county’s district attorney confirmed to The Hill. Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman said in a statement that his office has assigned its Sex Crimes Division to work closely with law enforcement partners “as this investigation unfolds.” “When and if a…
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