Summary
Eric Swalwell, a former Democratic congressman from California, faces a new investigation into sexual assault allegations from 2018 in West Hollywood. Two Federal Election Commission filings show Swalwell was in the area at the time, but do not prove the misconduct claims. Swalwell has denied all accusations and resigned from Congress while suspending his run for California governor.
Key Facts
- Eric Swalwell is under investigation by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department for a sexual assault claim from 2018.
- The alleged incident took place in a business on Hammond Street, West Hollywood.
- Two Federal Election Commission filings confirm Swalwell was in West Hollywood on July 18, 2018, listing travel expenses at a nearby hotel.
- Swalwell denies all allegations of sexual misconduct.
- This is the fifth sexual misconduct allegation publicly made against Swalwell.
- A separate investigation is underway in New York regarding an alleged assault on a former staff member.
- Swalwell resigned from Congress and paused his campaign for California governor following the allegations.
- California will hold a special election on August 18, 2026, to fill Swalwell’s vacated congressional seat.
