"I am deeply sorry to my family, staff and constituents for mistakes and judgment I made in my past. I will fight this serious false allegation made against me."
"I'm aware of efforts to bring an immediate expulsion vote against me and other members, expelling anyone in congress without due process. Within days of an allegation being made is wrong."
"It's also wrong for my constituents to have me distracted from my duties. Therefore, I plan to resign my seat in Congress."
Rep. Eric Swalwell announced his intention to resign from Congress, expressing regret for past mistakes and acknowledging a serious false allegation against him. He emphasized the importance of taking responsibility for his actions while also criticizing the push for an immediate expulsion vote without due process. Swalwell stated that he does not want to distract from his duties to his constituents. Additionally, he suspended his campaign for California's governor, indicating a significant shift in his political career.
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