Eric Swalwell

Eric Swalwell, a former U.S. Representative (D-Calif.), resigned from Congress and suspended his 2026 campaign for California governor in April 2026 following allegations of sexual misconduct. Reported controversies and investigations include: Sexual Misconduct: Multiple women alleged sexual assault, including a former staffer who claimed Swalwell raped her while she was intoxicated in 2019 and 2024. Others alleged nonconsensual touching, being drugged, and receiving unsolicited explicit messages or nude photos. Swalwell has categorically denied all allegations of nonconsensual conduct. Criminal investigations were opened by the Manhattan and Los Angeles district attorneys, and the Department of Justice. Business and Ethics: An ethics complaint alleged Swalwell leveraged his congressional office to promote a personal AI fundraising startup, Findraiser, to lawmakers and campaign staff. Campaign Funds: Swalwell faced a Department of Homeland Security probe regarding allegations that he used campaign funds to pay for a nanny who allegedly lacked valid work authorization. National Security: Swalwell was removed from the House Intelligence Committee in 2023 following concerns regarding his past associations. Swalwell resigned from Congress on April 14, 2026, which halted an active House Ethics Committee investigation into his conduct toward an employee. He continues to deny all claims of misconduct.