Summary
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna plans to push for a vote to expel Rep. Eric Swalwell due to allegations of sexual misconduct, which Swalwell denies. In response, Democrats are considering a similar move against Rep. Tony Gonzales, who admitted to an affair and is under investigation. Both cases involve serious accusations and could lead to expulsion votes in Congress.
Key Facts
- Rep. Anna Paulina Luna intends to call for a vote to expel Rep. Eric Swalwell over sexual misconduct allegations.
- Swalwell denies the allegations and claims they are false.
- Democrats may counter by pushing for the expulsion of Rep. Tony Gonzales, who is under investigation for an affair with a staffer.
- Gonzales admitted to the affair, describing it as a "lapse in judgment."
- Swalwell is losing endorsements and has faced calls to end his campaign for California governor.
- The allegations against Swalwell include multiple accusations from former staffers and other women.
- Expulsion votes in Congress require a two-thirds majority to pass.
