‘Why Were They Silent for So Long?’ Karoline Leavitt Rips Democrats Over Swalwell Scandal
Swalwell resigned from Congress and dropped his gubernatorial bid following multiple accusations of sexual assault.
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Swalwell resigned from Congress and dropped his gubernatorial bid following multiple accusations of sexual assault.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt condemned former Rep. Eric Swalwell following multiple rape and sexual misconduct allegations, while criticizing Democratic lawmakers for their alleged long-term silence regarding his behavior.
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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