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Former Staffer Accuses Rep. Eric Swalwell of Sexual Assault

Apr 11, 2026Center Left

Rep. Eric Swalwell, a leading Democratic candidate for governor of California, is facing allegations of sexual assault and misconduct. Swalwell is accused of sexually assaulting a former staffer and engaging in varying degrees of sexual misconduct with several other women. He denied the charges in a post on social media on Friday night. NBC’s Valerie…

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