FBI raids ex-US Representative Swalwell’s home amid sexual misconduct probe

Federal agents raided the Washington, D.C. home of former U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell as part of an investigation into alleged sexual misconduct. The FBI also seized his electronic devices at San Francisco airport. These actions follow Swalwell's resignation from Congress and withdrawal from the California governor's race amid multiple accusations of sexual misconduct, including one public allegation of sexual assault. The investigation also touches upon Swalwell's past relationship with Christine Fang, whom U.S. authorities believe to be a Chinese spy. Swalwell was previously removed from the House Intelligence Committee due to concerns over this relationship.

Federal agents reportedly searched the Washington D.C. home of former California Democratic representative Eric Swalwell on Sunday as part of an ongoing law enforcement investigation into sexual assault allegations. The previous day, agents allegedly seized electronic devices from Swalwell at the San Francisco airport. Multiple outlets have confirmed the federal search, which follows Swalwell's resignation from Congress in April amid multiple allegations of sexual assault and misconduct. The U.S. House ethics committee had launched an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct, including towards an employee, which concluded upon his resignation. The Department of Justice reportedly opened its own investigation after his departure. Swalwell has denied the sexual assault allegations but acknowledged making past mistakes.