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Another Swalwell accuser says he drugged and raped her in 2018, giving graphic account

Rep. Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress following multiple allegations of sexual misconduct and a new rape accusation from a California woman.

Another Swalwell accuser says he drugged and raped her in 2018, giving graphic account
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Lonna Drewes said Rep. Eric Swalwell raped her in 2018 and said she plans to report the allegation to law enforcement. Swalwell denied the allegations and said he would resign from Congress.

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Eric Swalwell Resigns From Congress

Outlets agree Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress after sexual-misconduct allegations surfaced, amid pressure for a possible House expulsion vote. Left-leaning outlets frame his departure as the result of bipartisan pressure and focus on whether Congress will take further action. Center outlets emphasize the resignation amid expulsion pressure, while also covering political and institutional fallout. Right-leaning outlets stress allegations and potential consequences, including expulsion or pension restrictions; one article portrays Democratic leaders’ response as a double standard.

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