Allies yank support for Swalwell’s California governor run after sexual assault allegations
California gubernatorial candidate Eric Swalwell, a Democratic congressman, is facing a significant setback as prominent supporters withdrew their endorsements on Friday following sexual assault allegations. Swalwell denies the allegations, calling them "absolutely false" and vowing to fight them.
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AI-generatedCalifornia gubernatorial candidate Eric Swalwell, a Democratic congressman, is facing a significant setback as prominent supporters withdrew their endorsements on Friday following sexual assault allegations. Swalwell denies the allegations, calling them "absolutely false" and vowing to fight them. The allegations surfaced as voters are set to receive mail ballots next month ahead of the June 2 election. High-profile figures like Senator Adam Schiff and powerful labor unions have retracted their support, urging Swalwell to exit the race. Governor Gavin Newsom called the allegations "deeply troubling" and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi suggested an investigation outside of the campaign.
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5 extractedPelosi said the “serious allegations” must be investigated and that she spoke to Swalwell.
Newsom said these allegations from multiple sources are deeply troubling and must be taken seriously.
These allegations of sexual assault are flat false.
Swalwell denied allegations that he sexually assaulted a woman twice, including when she worked for him.
Prominent supporters of Rep. Eric Swalwell’s campaign for California governor withdrew their support.