"Swalwell faced a wave of accusations from women that he sent explicit messages, including unsolicited nude photos and videos, plus more serious allegations from a former staffer who says he sexually assaulted her while she was intoxicated."
"Many of his staffers, at both his gubernatorial campaign and congressional office, resigned, and a large group of current and former staffers issued a statement supporting his accusers."
"The Manhattan District Attorney's Office and House Ethics Committee have opened investigations into Swalwell."
"Swalwell's resignation letter was read aloud from the House floor, making his congressional exit effective at 2:00 pm ET on Tuesday hours after yet another woman came forward to accuse him of drugging and raping her."
Rep. Elise Stefanik accused CNN of ignoring scandals involving Eric Swalwell. Pamela Brown countered, stating CNN's investigative team had reported significant aspects of the story. Swalwell faced multiple allegations, including sending explicit messages and sexual assault claims. He admitted to poor judgment but denied assaulting anyone. Following the accusations, many staffers resigned, and investigations were launched. Swalwell suspended his gubernatorial campaign and resigned from Congress amid bipartisan calls for his expulsion. His resignation letter was read on the House floor, coinciding with new allegations against him.
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