Democrat Swalwell resigns from US Congress after assault claims
Swalwell had built a profile as one of President Donald Trump’s loudest critics, helping manage his second impeachment proceedings in 2021
www.moneycontrol.comDirect answer: Yes. Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress in April 2026 amid multiple sexual misconduct allegations and related investigations.
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Swalwell had built a profile as one of President Donald Trump’s loudest critics, helping manage his second impeachment proceedings in 2021
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www.theguardian.comA bipartisan group of lawmakers are now calling on Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) to resign from Congress after multiple women accused him of sexual misconduct. The calls come as disturbing new details…
www.nbcnews.comCalifornia Rep. Eric Swalwell said he planned to resign from Congress after facing allegations of sexual assault and misconduct. He denies the allegations.
abcnews.comThe embattled California congressman is being investigated for sexual assault by the Manhattan District Attorney's Office.
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