Swalwell's California Governor Bid Shaken by Sexual Misconduct Allegations and NY Investigation

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Democrat Eric Swalwell’s bid to become California’s governor is shaken by allegations of sexual assault and misconduct from a former staffer and several other women, plus a Manhattan DA probe into a 2024 hotel encounter. The controversy has prompted endorsements to be pulled, fundraising and campaign activity to be paused or halted, and calls from prominent Democrats for him to withdraw, while Swalwell denies the most serious charges and apologizes for past behavior. With the June 2 primary approaching, party leaders and donors are reassessing support as his campaign faces internal resignations and heightened scrutiny.
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- Eric Swalwell Faces Sex Assault Accusation as He Runs for California Governor The New York Times
- Democrats Pressure Swalwell to Exit California Governor’s Race After Allegations WSJ
- Reps. Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales set to face expulsion votes over misconduct allegations Axios
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