Eric Swalwell to resign from Congress after sexual misconduct claims
Four women have accused the congressman and ex-candidate for California governor of misconduct ranging from sexual harassment to rape, which he has denied.
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Four women have accused the congressman and ex-candidate for California governor of misconduct ranging from sexual harassment to rape, which he has denied.
Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-California) announced his resignation from Congress after multiple sexual misconduct allegations, including sexual assault and sending explicit messages to staffers, which he has denied.
Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-California) announced his resignation from Congress following multiple allegations of sexual assault and misconduct, which led to the suspension of his gubernatorial campaign.
Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-California) announced his resignation from Congress following allegations of sexual harassment, assault, and rape by four women, which he has denied.
Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-California) announced his resignation from Congress following multiple sexual assault allegations, prompting bipartisan calls for his departure.
Rep. Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress following sexual misconduct allegations, including those from a former staff member, which led to the suspension of his gubernatorial campaign.
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