Rep. Eric Swalwell faces calls to resign, exit governor’s race after sexual assault allegations
- Posted on April 11, 2026
- By The Mercury News
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Congressional Representative Eric Swalwell faces mounting pressure to withdraw from California's gubernatorial race following serious sexual assault allegations leveled by a former staff member. The accuser claims incidents occurred in both 2019 and 2024, while Swalwell categorically denies all charges. Both political allies and opponents have publicly urged him to step aside from his candidacy, intensifying scrutiny over his political future and casting uncertainty over his continued congressional service.