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DOJ launches investigation into Eric Swalwell over sexual assault allegations, reports say

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The Department of Justice has opened an investigation into sexual assault allegations against former Rep. Eric Swalwell, multiple reports say.

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NBC News
Manhattan DA's office to investigate Swalwell sexual assault allegation (opens NBC News)
Published Apr 10, 2026
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The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office in New York has launched an investigation into a sexual assault allegation against Rep.
NBC Chicago
Manhattan DA investigating Rep. Eric Swalwell sexual assault allegation at NYC hotel (opens NBC Chicago)
Published Apr 10, 2026
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Rep. Eric Swalwell is being investigated by the Manhattan DA after reports he sexually assaulted a former staffer.
Washington Examiner
Manhattan DA opens investigation into Swalwell over sexual assault allegations (opens Washington Examiner)
Published Apr 10, 2026
Washington Examiner's feed description
Swalwell was accused of having sex with an ex-staffer in New York City two years ago while she was drunk, preventing her from consenting.
RedState
New: Manhattan DA's Office Investigating Sexual Assault Allegation Against Eric Swalwell (opens RedState)
Published Apr 10, 2026
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Manhattan DA investigates sexual assault allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell amid California governor race.
Townhall
Why Eric Swalwell's Sexual Misconduct Circus Is Heading to the Manhattan DA's Office (opens Townhall)
Published Apr 10, 2026
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Investigation launched into Rep. Eric Swalwell over multiple sexual assault allegations by former staffer and others.
New York Post
Eric Swalwell under investigation by Manhattan DA over alleged sex assault of staffer (opens New York Post)
Published Apr 10, 2026
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The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office confirmed on Saturday it is launching an investigation into Californian Rep. Eric Swalwell, over an alleged sexual assault involving a former staffer in 2024, according to a new report.
Local News 8
Manhattan DA launches investigation into sexual assault allegation against Eric Swalwell (opens Local News 8)
Published Apr 10, 2026
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CNN By Michael Williams, CNN (CNN) — The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office said Saturday it is investigating an allegation of sexual assault against Rep. Eric Swalwell, a day after CNN reported that a former staffer for the California Democrat accused him of having sex with her when she was unabl…
ABC 7 New York
Sources: Manhattan DA now investigating CA Rep. Eric Swalwell for sexual assault allegations (opens ABC 7 New York)
Published Apr 10, 2026
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The Manhattan District Attorney's Office is now investigating California Representative Eric Swalwell.
Breitbart News
Manhattan DA's Office Investigating Swalwell Over Sexual Assault Claims (opens Breitbart News)
Published Apr 10, 2026
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The Manhattan District Attorney's Office is investigating Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) after multiple women alleged he sexually assaulted them.
ABC 7 Los Angeles
Manhattan DA investigating sexual assault allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell by former staffer (opens ABC 7 Los Angeles)
Published Apr 11, 2026
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The Manhattan District Attorney's Office is now investigating a claim from one of Rep. Eric Swalwell's former staffers, it said on Saturday.
CBS News
Manhattan DA investigating sexual assault allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell (opens CBS News)
Published Apr 11, 2026
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A former staffer of Rep. Eric Swalwell said he allegedly forced himself on her after they met for drinks in New York in 2024.
The Daily Caller
New York DA Opens Investigation Into Eric Swalwell Sex Assault Allegations (opens The Daily Caller)
Published Apr 11, 2026
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Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg opens criminal investigation into Rep. Eric Swalwell after former staffer accuses California Democrat of sexual assault in NYC hotel.
The Guardian
Manhattan DA’s office to investigate Eric Swalwell over sexual assault allegations (opens The Guardian)
Published Apr 11, 2026
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Democratic representative has denied accusations from former staffer as he faces calls to drop bid for governor
Forbes
Swalwell Under Investigation In LA After New Accuser Steps Forward (opens Forbes)
Published Apr 14, 2026
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Following a string of allegations from other women, another accuser came forward Tuesday to allege former Rep. Eric Swalwell sexually assaulted her in 2018.
Fox News
DOJ opens investigation into Eric Swalwell over sexual assault allegations (opens Fox News)
Published Apr 15, 2026
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The DOJ is investigating sexual assault allegations against former California Rep. Eric Swalwell, who has resigned from Congress and suspended his gubernatorial campaign.
New York Post
Ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell facing Justice Department investigation over sexual assault allegations (opens New York Post)
Published Apr 15, 2026
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The Justice Department is investigating allegations of sexual assault against former Congressman Eric Swalwell, a source familiar with the matter told The Post Thursday.
Washington Examiner
Swalwell facing DOJ investigation over sexual misconduct allegations (opens Washington Examiner)
Published Apr 15, 2026
Washington Examiner's feed description
Prosecutors in Los Angeles and Manhattan have also launched separate investigations into the allegations.
ABC 7 Los Angeles
DOJ launches investigation into Eric Swalwell over sexual assault allegations, reports say (opens ABC 7 Los Angeles)
Published Apr 16, 2026
ABC 7 Los Angeles's feed description
The Department of Justice has opened an investigation into sexual assault allegations against former Rep. Eric Swalwell, multiple reports say.
Newsweek
Eric Swalwell faces DOJ investigation: Report (opens Newsweek)
Published Apr 16, 2026
Newsweek's feed description
The Justice Department is reportedly investigating multiple sexual assault allegations involving former Representative Eric Swalwell.

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