"A CNN investigation published April 10 featured four women describing sexual misconduct by the representative, including a former staffer who says he raped her while she was heavily intoxicated, leaving her bruised and bleeding."
"Two other women alleged that Swalwell sent them unsolicited explicit messages and nude photos after connecting with them online over their shared interest in Democratic politics."
"Swalwell denied everything, calling the allegations 'false' and claiming they came from political opponents trying to kneecap the frontrunner in the governor's race."
"He dropped his gubernatorial campaign (on April 12) and then, on April 14, resigned from Congress entirely."
Eric Swalwell, a California congressman, resigned from Congress and his gubernatorial campaign after allegations of sexual misconduct surfaced. A CNN investigation revealed accusations from four women, including a former staffer who claimed Swalwell raped her while intoxicated. Other women alleged he sent unsolicited explicit messages and nude photos. The allegations indicated a pattern of targeting younger women, often involving heavy drinking. Swalwell denied the claims, attributing them to political opponents, but ultimately stepped down from his political roles amid the controversy.
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