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Eric Swalwell will resign from Congress. And, Trump feuds with Pope Leo over Iran War

Swalwell announced he would resign after allegations and growing calls for his expulsion.

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Rep. Eric Swalwell announced he would resign amid sexual misconduct allegations and calls for his expulsion; Rep. Tony Gonzales also said he would resign after allegations involving a staffer. The newsletter also reports President Trump’s dispute with Pope Leo over the Iran war and a looming fight over surveillance authority.

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Representative announcing his resignation amid misconduct allegations

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Representative announcing he would resign after accusations involving a staffer

ALSO MENTIONED  Gavin Newsom, California governor who would call a special election for Swalwell’s seat; Pope Leo XIV, Pope who spoke against the Iran war and responded to Trump’s criticism

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Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales Announce Resignations from Congress

Outlets agree that Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales announced plans to leave Congress amid misconduct allegations. Left-leaning outlets diverge: one condemns both lawmakers and Republican leaders, while the other mentions Swalwell’s departure only in passing in a critique of Trump’s economic record. Center outlets focus on misconduct allegations and possible expulsion, with one article also criticizing Swalwell’s continued access to former-member benefits. Right-leaning outlets connect the resignations to allegations and expulsion pressure, while some also raise possible partisan maneuvering.

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