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Swalwell collapse creates opening for a new Democratic ‘Resistance’ leader — Pramila Jayapal | ChamberLight

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Swalwell collapse creates opening for a new Democratic ‘Resistance’ leader

Former Representative Katie Porter is seeking to consolidate Democratic support in the gubernatorial race following Swalwell's departure.

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113 stories · 65–67 · updated Sep 25, 2026

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SOURCEWashington Examiner

Published Apr 17, 2026

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Following Representative Eric Swalwell's resignation amid sexual assault allegations, the California gubernatorial race has been upended, creating a power vacuum for other Democrats like Katie Porter and Tom Steyer to lead the 'Resistance' against President Trump.