Sexual abuse allegations are spurring calls for a broader reckoning in Congress
Eric Swalwell resigned his House seat and exited the California governor's race following allegations of sexual assault and misconduct.
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Eric Swalwell resigned his House seat and exited the California governor's race following allegations of sexual assault and misconduct.
Representatives Eric Swalwell (D-CA) and Tony Gonzales (R-TX) resigned following sexual misconduct allegations, triggering a bipartisan push for stricter ethics enforcement and workplace safety reforms within Congress.
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Outlets across the spectrum are reporting on Eric Swalwell's resignation from Congress and his gubernatorial bid following multiple sexual misconduct allegations. Right-leaning sources like Fox News and Breitbart emphasize a "culture of silence" among Democrats and use more severe language regarding the accusations. In contrast, center and left-leaning outlets like AP News and The Intercept focus on the broader institutional reckoning in Congress and the speed of the Democratic party's response compared to past scandals.
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