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Manhattan DA launches investigation into sexual assault allegation against Eric Swalwell
The probe follows reports from four women and could widen criminal scrutiny as Swalwell faces mounting calls to leave the governor’s race.
- On Sunday, Democratic Representative Eric Swalwell suspended his California gubernatorial campaign, denying allegations of sexual assault that emerged in reports on Friday.
- Reports from the San Francisco Chronicle and CNN on Friday detailed accusations from multiple women, including a former staffer who alleged Swalwell sexually assaulted her twice.
- Following the reports, high-profile Democrats including Representative Nancy Pelosi, Senator Adam Schiff, and Senator Ruben Gallego rescinded their endorsements and called for Swalwell to resign from the House.
- The Manhattan District Attorney's office confirmed Saturday it is investigating the sexual assault allegations, while the Alameda County District Attorney's office is evaluating whether criminal conduct occurred.
- With Swalwell exiting, Democrats fear the crowded primary field could split, potentially allowing Republican candidates Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco to advance to the general election.
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How Did California Dems Let Swalwell Get This Far, Anyway?
I started hearing the swirling Eric Swalwell rumors a couple of weeks ago. There were stories coming, and they were going to be bad. Well they came, all right-and they were very bad indeed. The excellent San Francisco Chronicle article detailing Swalwell's alleged sexual assaults against one former staffer was simply appalling to read. The aide charges that Swalwell got her drunk and took advantage of her more than once.
·Chicago, United States
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Mountain View VoiceRep. Eric Swalwell suspends campaign for California governor after sex assault allegations
Following allegations of sexual assault with female former staffers, Swalwell posted Sunday night that he is suspending his campaign
·Sacramento, United States
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