Abuse allegations against lead Democrat shake race for California governor

Al Jazeera Political StrategyNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by By Reuters and The Associated PressApril 12, 2026 at 11:12 PM

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Accusers seek justice after unwanted explicit messages from Congressman Eric Swalwell

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US Representative Eric Swalwell's campaign for California governor has been impacted by recent sexual assault allegations. Media reports detailed accounts from a former staffer and other women, leading to calls for his resignation from Congress and withdrawal from the gubernatorial race. Several Democratic lawmakers have publicly condemned Swalwell and urged investigations by law enforcement and the House of Representatives. While Swalwell denies the allegations, powerful figures and organizations have revoked endorsements. A Republican representative plans to introduce a motion to expel Swalwell from Congress, and the Manhattan district attorney's office is investigating the allegations. Despite the controversy, Swalwell has stated he will remain in the race.

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Republican US Representative Anna Paulina Luna has said she will submit a motion to begin the process of expelling Swalwell.

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A March poll from Emerson College had shown Swalwell ahead of Democratic and Republican challengers.

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Swalwell has denied the allegations as “absolutely false”.

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A number of Democratic lawmakers called on Swalwell to drop out of the race and resign.

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Reports detail sexual assault allegations against US Congressman Eric Swalwell.

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Emerson College 30% Manhattan district attorney’s office 40% CNN 40% San Francisco Chronicle 40% Fox News 40% Gavin Newsom 50% Anna Paulina Luna 50% United States Congress ×260% Ro Khanna 60% Democratic Party 60% California ×480% Eric Swalwell ×790%

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sexual assault allegations 100% eric swalwell 90% california governor race 80% resignation calls 70% misconduct allegations 60% us congress 50% democratic party 50% investigation 40%