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The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office says it is investigating a sexual-assault allegation against Rep. Eric Swalwell after CNN reported a former Swalwell staffer alleged he had sex with her when she could not consent; Swalwell denies the accusations, and the DA urged survivors to contact the Special Victims Division. This is a developing story and will be updated.
Capitol Police are investigating after a sex tape allegedly filmed in a Capitol Hill hearing room was linked to a former aide of Senator Ben Cardin. The Maryland Democrat expressed anger and disappointment over the incident, stating that it was a breach of trust. The Daily Caller published parts of the video, but CBS News has not independently confirmed the identities of the individuals involved. The former staffer, Aidan Maese-Czeropski, has been terminated from his position, and he denied any wrongdoing, stating that he was being attacked for his sexual orientation. Cardin stated that he was unaware of any other disciplinary issues involving the former aide and had not spoken to him.
Former congressman George Santos, who was recently expelled from Congress, has launched new ventures to potentially earn money, including a Cameo account offering personalized videos. However, his former communications director, Naysa Woomer, has advised him to start telling the truth and own up to his lies. Woomer, who resigned after Santos' first indictment, revealed that she initially believed he was ready to make amends with his constituents. Meanwhile, Michael Sapraicone, a candidate running for the vacant congressional seat, has distanced himself from Santos, calling him a "crook and a fraud." Both Republicans and Democrats are aggressively vetting candidates to fill the seat. Santos is due back in court next week.