"Eric may have tipped the scale": Swalwell scandal threatens surge of House expulsions

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by Andrew Solender
April 12, 2026
4 min read

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Rep. Anna Paulina Luna plans a vote to expel Rep. Eric Swalwell, potentially leading to multiple House expulsions.

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Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) announced plans to force a vote next week to expel Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) from the House of Representatives. Swalwell faces allegations of sexual assault and sexual harassment, which he denies, and Democrats plan to counter with a vote to expel Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas). If these votes succeed, potential expulsion votes could follow for Reps. Cory Mills (R-Fla.) and Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla.). Expulsion requires a two-thirds majority in the House, and while some lawmakers support a "full house cleaning," Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) emphasize due process. This situation could lead to a series of expulsion votes, with no net change in the balance of power if two Republicans and two Democrats are ousted.

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Rep. Anna Paulina Luna plans to force a vote to expel Rep. Eric Swalwell from the House.

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Eric Swalwell Sexual Assault Allegations and Investigation

Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell is facing sexual assault allegations, which have prompted an investigation by the Manhattan District Attorney's office. The accusations have led to significant political fallout, including the loss of endorsements from Democratic colleagues and a push for his expulsion from the House of Representatives.

Allegations Against Eric Swalwell

Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell is facing multiple accusations of sexual misconduct, including sexual assault and sending nude photos. The Manhattan District Attorney's office has launched an investigation, and Swalwell has lost endorsements from Democratic colleagues, leading to calls for his expulsion from Congress.

Sexual Misconduct Allegations Against Rep. Eric Swalwell

Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell is facing multiple sexual misconduct allegations, including claims of sexual assault and sending nude photos. The Manhattan District Attorney's office has launched an investigation, and Swalwell has lost all 21 of his endorsements from Democratic colleagues. There are calls for his expulsion from Congress and withdrawal from the California gubernatorial race.

Eric Swalwell Sexual Misconduct Allegations and Investigation

Congressman Eric Swalwell is facing sexual misconduct allegations, leading to an investigation by the Manhattan District Attorney's office. The accusations have also resulted in a significant loss of endorsements from his Democratic colleagues, putting pressure on his political career.

Allegations Against Rep. Eric Swalwell and Calls for Resignation

Representative Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) is facing sexual misconduct allegations, prompting calls for his resignation from fellow politicians and an investigation by the Manhattan District Attorney's office. The scandal has led to a significant loss of endorsements and threats of expulsion from the House.

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