Summary
Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell has resigned from the U.S. Congress after several women accused him of sexual misconduct, including drugging and rape allegations. Swalwell denies the accusations but ended his campaign for California governor following the reports.
Key Facts
- Five women have accused Eric Swalwell of unwanted sexual contact and misconduct.
- One accuser said Swalwell drugged and raped her in 2018.
- Another woman accused Swalwell of rape in a hotel in New York City in 2024.
- Three women reported receiving inappropriate messages from Swalwell on Snapchat.
- Swalwell denied the allegations but apologized for “mistakes in judgment.”
- He resigned from Congress immediately after suspending his California governor campaign.
- The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office is investigating the sexual assault claims.
- Some lawmakers pushed for Swalwell’s expulsion, but one lawmaker withdrew the motion after his resignation.
