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Representative Eric Swalwell dropped his bid for California Governor amid sexual misconduct allegations and a burgeoning House Ethics Committee investigation.
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House Democratic leadership is facing criticism for not calling for Rep. Eric Swalwell's expulsion from Congress following several sexual misconduct allegations and a formal Ethics Committee probe, despite pressuring him to end his California gubernatorial bid.
House Minority Leader criticized for inaction
Jeffries's version of this story ↗former representative used as historical comparison
Representative under ethics scrutiny
Former Speaker and California Representative
Representative under ethics scrutiny
Representative mentioned as also facing ethics scrutiny
Democratic Caucus Chair
House Minority Whip
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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House Minority Whip
Nancy Mace