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Eric Swalwell Faces Calls to Withdraw from Governor's Race Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Eric Swalwell is facing pressure to drop out of the California governor's race after multiple allegations of sexual misconduct, including a former staffer's claim of rape, have led fellow Democrats to withdraw their support.

10 Apr, 22:05 — 11 Apr, 02:53
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APVery High4h ago

California Rep. Swalwell denies assault allegations as rivals urge him to exit governor's race - AP News

California Rep. Swalwell denies assault allegations as rivals urge him to exit governor's race  AP News

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NYTMostly Factual5h ago

Eric Swalwell Faces Sex Assault Accusation as He Runs for California Governor

Eric Swalwell, a Democratic congressman, denied the account of a former staff member published by The San Francisco Chronicle. Supporters began to withdraw their endorsements, and several campaign officials have quit.

By Laurel Rosenhall

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wapoMostly Factual1h ago

Eric Swalwell, California governor candidate, accused of sexual assault by ex-staffer

Supporters of Rep. Eric Swalwell’s campaign withdrew support, including two congressmen who chaired his campaign and two senators who endorsed his bid.

By Amy B Wang, Liz Goodwin, Dan Merica

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The GuardianMostly Factual3h ago

California: Eric Swalwell staffers quit after new sexual assault allegations

Allies of Democratic governor contender withdraw support after accusations in San Francisco Chronicle and on CNN California gubernatorial candidate Eric Swalwell’s campaign suffered a major blow on Friday as several staffers resigned and prominent political leaders withdrew their support in the wake of multiple allegations of past sexual misconduct. The San Francisco Chronicle published an account of a woman who said she was sexually assaulted by Swalwell on two separate occasions. Continue ...

By Uwa Ede-Osifo

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Fox NewsMixed2h ago

Pelosi, California Dems slam Swalwell over bombshell sexual assault allegations: 'Indefensible'

Eric Swalwell is facing calls to drop out of his race governor, and his one-time supporters are backing away, amid first-hand accounts from accusers claiming Swalwell sexually harassed and abused them.

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CNNMostly Factual4h ago

Democrats withdraw endorsements of Eric Swalwell and demand he end bid for California governor - CNN

Democrats withdraw endorsements of Eric Swalwell and demand he end bid for California governor  CNN

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cnbcMostly Factual3h ago

California Rep. Swalwell denies assault allegations as rivals urge him to exit governor's race

Rep. Eric Swalwell denies sexual assault allegations as key endorsements are pulled weeks before California’s gubernatorial primary.

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The IndependentMostly Factual40m ago

Eric Swalwell urged to drop out of California governor’s race after multiple allegations of sexual misconduct

Several fellow Democrats have dropped support for Swalwell following allegations of unwanted advances toward women, including a former staffer who claims she was raped

By Rachel Dobkin

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual53m ago

‘He actually responded’: Influencer's chilling allegations against Eric Swalwell amid sexual assault row

CNN's report details inappropriate behavior by Eric Swalwell, including unsolicited messages, with claims from four women including allegations from influencer

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deadlineMostly Factual2h ago

Eric Swalwell’s Gubernatorial Bid In Tatters As Rape Claims Made Against California Congressman

Accusations of rape and other misconduct against Congressman Eric Swalwell (D-CA) has thrown California’s already chaotic California gubernatorial race into unknown territory with influential politicians calling on Swalwell to drop out ASAP. Four women, including an ex-staffer for the Bay Area representative who says Swalwell raped her tow years ago, alleged attacks and unwelcomed explicit communications, according […]

By Dominic Patten

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tmzMixed2h ago

Nancy Pelosi, Adam Schiff Call on Eric Swalwell to Drop Out of Governor Race

Eric Swalwell's campaign for governor looks like it's on life support ... top Democrats are calling on him to drop out of the race as his campaign reportedly "implodes." The congressman had gathered a ton of support from his fellow Dems in Congress…

By TMZ Staff

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zerohedgeLow3h ago

'She Was Too Drunk To Consent' (Twice): Swalwell Odds Crater After Sexual Assault Allegations Rock California Gubernatorial Race

'She Was Too Drunk To Consent' (Twice): Swalwell Odds Crater After Sexual Assault Allegations Rock California Gubernatorial Race Eric Swalwell's chances of becoming California's next corrupt governor cratered on Friday after detailed sexual assault allegations from a former district-office staffer were published in the San Francisco Chronicle.  The stunning drop - visible in real time on platforms such as Polymarket, where “Yes” contracts on Swalwell's victory traded as high ...

By Tyler Durden

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NYT10 Apr, 22:05First to report

Eric Swalwell Faces Sex Assault Accusation as He Runs for California Governor

1h later
CNN10 Apr, 23:25

Democrats withdraw endorsements of Eric Swalwell and demand he end bid for California governor - CNN

AP10 Apr, 23:33

California Rep. Swalwell denies assault allegations as rivals urge him to exit governor's race - AP News

The Guardian10 Apr, 23:35

California: Eric Swalwell staffers quit after new sexual assault allegations

zerohedge10 Apr, 23:40

'She Was Too Drunk To Consent' (Twice): Swalwell Odds Crater After Sexual Assault Allegations Rock California Gubernatorial Race

cnbc10 Apr, 23:55

California Rep. Swalwell denies assault allegations as rivals urge him to exit governor's race

Fox News11 Apr, 00:45

Pelosi, California Dems slam Swalwell over bombshell sexual assault allegations: 'Indefensible'

deadline11 Apr, 01:17

Eric Swalwell’s Gubernatorial Bid In Tatters As Rape Claims Made Against California Congressman

tmz11 Apr, 01:21

Nancy Pelosi, Adam Schiff Call on Eric Swalwell to Drop Out of Governor Race

wapo11 Apr, 01:39

Eric Swalwell, California governor candidate, accused of sexual assault by ex-staffer

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hindustan-times11 Apr, 02:41

‘He actually responded’: Influencer's chilling allegations against Eric Swalwell amid sexual assault row

berlingske11 Apr, 02:41

Kandidat til guvernørposten i Californien afviser overgrebsanklager

The Independent11 Apr, 02:53Latest update

Eric Swalwell urged to drop out of California governor’s race after multiple allegations of sexual misconduct