Inside the sudden downfall of Eric Swalwell
Nancy Pelosi reportedly facilitated the end of Swalwell's career by privately and publicly urging him to leave politics.
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Nancy Pelosi reportedly facilitated the end of Swalwell's career by privately and publicly urging him to leave politics.
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10 stories · 83–89 · updated Sep 25, 2026
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California Representative Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress and his gubernatorial campaign following a wave of sexual assault and misconduct allegations, ending a 13-year career after his party leadership, led by Nancy Pelosi, withdrew their support.
Subject of misconduct allegations and resignation
Swalwell's version of this story ↗Former President
House Minority Leader who called for withdrawal
Republican Representative mentioned in bipartisan pact context
Democratic deputy leader
Democratic deputy leader
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