A New Accuser Says Eric Swalwell Sexually Assaulted Her

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by Jill Cowan and Madison Malone Kircher
April 14, 2026
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Another woman accused Eric Swalwell of sexual assault in 2018, alleging she was drugged.

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Another woman has accused Eric Swalwell of sexually assaulting her, alleging he raped her in a West Hollywood hotel room in 2018. The woman stated she believed she was drugged during the incident. This accusation comes as Mr. Swalwell resigned from Congress on Tuesday afternoon. His resignation follows this and potentially other similar allegations.

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Mr. Swalwell resigned from Congress on Tuesday afternoon following this and other allegations.

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Rep. Eric Swalwell Resigns Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell announced his resignation from Congress following multiple allegations of sexual assault and misconduct. The House Ethics Committee has launched an investigation into the claims.

Resignations and Sexual Misconduct Allegations Against Reps. Swalwell and Gonzales

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales have resigned from Congress amid multiple allegations of sexual misconduct and assault against Swalwell. The resignations came as new accusers publicly detailed their claims, leading to widespread calls for investigations.

Rep. Eric Swalwell Resigns Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress following multiple allegations of sexual misconduct and assault. His resignation, alongside Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales, preempted potential expulsion votes and significantly impacted the California gubernatorial race.

Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales Resign Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales have resigned from Congress following multiple allegations of sexual misconduct and to avoid expulsion votes. Their resignations trigger special elections and have significantly impacted the California gubernatorial race.

Congressman Eric Swalwell Resigns Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Former Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) resigned from Congress following multiple accusations of sexual misconduct, including allegations of rape and drugging. His resignation, alongside fellow Rep. Tony Gonzales, prompted calls for further ethics scrutiny in Congress and triggered special elections.

Congressmen Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales Resign Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales resigned from Congress following multiple allegations of sexual misconduct. Their resignations preempted potential expulsion votes and have triggered special elections in their respective districts.

Congressional Resignations Amidst Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales have resigned from Congress following multiple allegations of sexual misconduct. The resignations have triggered special elections and prompted broader ethical scrutiny within the legislative body.

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