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Nancy Pelosi and More Call on Eric Swalwell to End Run for Governor

Pelosi said the woman making allegations against Swalwell should be heard and urged him to leave the governor’s race.

Nancy Pelosi and More Call on Eric Swalwell to End Run for Governor
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Democratic leaders and lawmakers urged Rep. Eric Swalwell to leave California’s governor’s race after reports described sexual misconduct allegations by four women. Swalwell denied the allegations and said he would defend himself.

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former House Speaker urging Swalwell to end his campaign

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Eric Swalwell
Former U.S. Representative (D-CA)

California gubernatorial candidate facing sexual misconduct allegations

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House Minority Leader calling for an investigation and Swalwell’s withdrawal

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Adam B. Schiff
D · CA · SEN

California senator who withdrew his endorsement of Swalwell

Pete Aguilar
D · CA-33

Democratic Caucus Chair who joined the call for an investigation and Swalwell’s withdrawal

Democratic Whip who joined the call for an investigation and Swalwell’s withdrawal

Ted Lieu
D · CA-36

California representative who withdrew his endorsement of Swalwell

Ro Khanna
D · CA-17

California representative calling for law-enforcement and House ethics investigations

Ruben Gallego
D · AZ · SEN

Arizona senator who withdrew his endorsement of Swalwell

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Nancy Pelosi Urges Eric Swalwell to Leave California's Governor's Race

Pelosi urged Eric Swalwell to leave California’s governor’s race amid sexual-misconduct allegations, and Swalwell denied the allegations. Left-leaning outlets frame the call as a Democratic accountability measure. Center outlets report calls for Swalwell to leave, his denial and campaign fallout. Right-leaning outlets scrutinize Pelosi’s past support and response, including the scope of her call and her statement that she had no prior knowledge.

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