Swalwell’s exit shakes up a chaotic California governor’s race
Representative Eric Swalwell suspended his gubernatorial campaign and announced his resignation from Congress following allegations of sexual assault.
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Representative Eric Swalwell suspended his gubernatorial campaign and announced his resignation from Congress following allegations of sexual assault.
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Rep. Eric Swalwell has suspended his California gubernatorial campaign and announced his resignation from Congress following sexual assault allegations. His exit reshapes the crowded 2026 primary as rivals scramble for his former supporters.
Endorser of Steve Hilton
Withdrew support for Swalwell
Endorsed Steyer
Withdrew support for Swalwell
Across the political spectrum, outlets are reporting on Representative Eric Swalwell’s resignation from Congress and withdrawal from the California gubernatorial race following multiple allegations of sexual misconduct. Mainstream and left-leaning sources like NBC News and Blue Virginia emphasize the bipartisan nature of the fallout, highlighting calls for expulsion from fellow Democrats. Conversely, right-leaning outlets such as Next News Network and Breitbart frame the event as a "meltdown," frequently connecting the current scandal to previous controversies regarding Swalwell's past security ties.
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