Prosecutor probes abuse claims against California governor candidate Swalwell

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Accusers seek justice after unwanted explicit messages from Congressman Eric Swalwell

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California gubernatorial candidate Eric Swalwell is under investigation following multiple allegations of sexual misconduct. A former staff member accused Swalwell of inappropriate behavior and two instances of sexual assault in 2019 and 2024, while CNN reported accusations from four other women. Swalwell denies the allegations, admitting to past mistakes but stating they are a private matter between him and his wife. The accusations have led to a loss of support from prominent figures like Senator Adam Schiff and House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and his staff released a statement condemning the alleged behavior. These allegations surface just before ballots are mailed for the primary race to replace Governor Gavin Newsom, where Swalwell was considered a frontrunner.

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Swalwell denied the allegations in a video message on Facebook.

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Swalwell lost backing from prominent supporters, including Senator Adam Schiff and Hakeem Jeffries.

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CNN published accusations from four women who made accusations of sexual misconduct against Swalwell.

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A former staff member alleged Swalwell made inappropriate comments and sexually assaulted her twice.

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Swalwell has been projected to be one of the frontrunners in the governor's race.

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New York 40% United States 40% Castro Valley 40% CNN 50% BBC 50% Gavin Newsom 50% Adam Schiff 60% Hakeem Jeffries 60% San Francisco Chronicle ×260% California ×270% Eric Swalwell ×990%

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