Lawmakers push for Rep. Swalwell to leave Congress amid sexual assault allegations

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April 13, 2026
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Lawmakers are urging Rep. Eric Swalwell to resign from Congress due to sexual assault allegations.

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Lawmakers are pushing for California Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell to leave Congress. This call for his departure stems from recent sexual assault allegations made against the politician. The situation creates pressure on a sitting member of the House of Representatives. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns is covering the details of these allegations and the political response.

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Sexual Misconduct Allegations Against Rep. Eric Swalwell

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell is facing sexual misconduct allegations, leading to calls for his resignation and an investigation by the House Ethics Committee. The controversy has also impacted his political career, including the suspension of his gubernatorial campaign.

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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.

Rep. Eric Swalwell Resigns Amid Sexual Assault Allegations

Democratic Representative Eric Swalwell announced his resignation from Congress following multiple allegations of sexual assault and misconduct. The House Ethics Committee launched an investigation into the claims, and his departure has impacted California's gubernatorial race.

Rep. Eric Swalwell Resigns Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Democratic Representative Eric Swalwell announced his resignation from Congress following multiple sexual assault and misconduct allegations. The House Ethics Committee launched an investigation into the claims, leading to his decision to step down and impacting the California gubernatorial race.

Congressional Resignations and Ethics Allegations

Two U.S. Representatives, Republican Tony Gonzales and Democrat Eric Swalwell, announced their resignations from Congress amid separate sexual misconduct allegations and threats of expulsion. The House Ethics Committee has launched investigations into both lawmakers, leading to a shake-up in their respective political landscapes.

Congressmen Resign Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Two U.S. Representatives, Democrat Eric Swalwell of California and Republican Tony Gonzales of Texas, announced their resignations from Congress following separate sexual misconduct allegations. Their departures have created political ripples and raised questions about congressional ethics.

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