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Eric Swalwell resigns from Congress, denies sexual assault allegations

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Bay Area representative Eric Swalwell announced his resignation from Congress on Monday.

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CNN
Swalwell faces pressure to resign from Congress as former staffers denounce alleged misconduct in new letter (opens CNN)
Published Apr 11, 2026
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A letter signed by more than 50 former staffers of Rep. Eric Swalwell described recent allegations of sexual assault and misconduct against him as “serious” and “credible,” while demanding he resign from Congress and drop his bid for California governor.
NBC New York
Rep. Eric Swalwell announces resignation from Congress after accusations of sexual assault (opens NBC New York)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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The decision caps a swift political fall for the seven-term lawmaker.
NBC News
Rep. Eric Swalwell plans to resign from Congress after accusations of sexual assault (opens NBC News)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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The news comes a day after the Democratic lawmaker ended his California gubernatorial campaign.
CNN
Swalwell says he plans to resign from Congress amid sexual misconduct allegations (opens CNN)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell announced Monday he planned to resign from Congress following explosive allegations of sexual misconduct against him.
ABC 7 Chicago
Rep. Eric Swalwell resigns from Congress after sexual assault allegations (opens ABC 7 Chicago)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell of California announced Monday he will resign from Congress following multiple sexual assault allegations.
Fox News
Swalwell announces resignation from Congress after sexual misconduct allegations torpedoed gubernatorial bid (opens Fox News)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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Rep. Eric Swalwell announced he will resign his congressional seat following a bombshell report that forced him to drop out of California's gubernatorial race.
WTOP Washington DC
Rep. Eric Swalwell of California says he will resign after sexual misconduct allegations (opens WTOP Washington DC)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell of California announced Monday he will resign from Congress following sexual assault and misconduct allegations…
ABC 30 Fresno
Rep. Eric Swalwell says he will resign from Congress after sexual assault allegations (opens ABC 30 Fresno)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell of California announced Monday he will resign from Congress following multiple sexual assault allegations.
Las Vegas Review-Journal
Rep. Eric Swalwell of California says he will resign from Congress after sexual assault allegations (opens Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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The decision caps a swift political fall for the seven-term lawmaker, who had been seen as a frontrunner in California’s gubernatorial race.
Philadelphia Inquirer
Fellow Democrats urge Swalwell to quit California governor's race and resign from Congress (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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His campaign is teetering after a former staffer alleged that Swalwell sexually assaulted her in 2019 and 2024.
CBS News
Eric Swalwell says he will resign from Congress in wake of sexual assault allegations (opens CBS News)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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"I plan to resign my seat in Congress," Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell said Monday as he faces an expulsion vote.
Deadline
Eric Swalwell Says He Will Resign From Congress Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations (opens Deadline)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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The California congressman is exiting amid efforts to expel him.
NBC Los Angeles
‘I'm deeply sorry.' Eric Swalwell resigns from Congress (opens NBC Los Angeles)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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The resignation came as the House Ethics Committee was set to investigate his sexual misconduct with the possibility of expelling him from the House.
NBC 6 South Florida
Swalwell resigns from Congress, drops out of California governor race after sexual assault allegations (opens NBC 6 South Florida)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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A day after dropping out of the California governor's race, Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell announced Monday he is resigning from Congress.
Delaware Public Media
Eric Swalwell will resign from Congress as he faces backlash over assault allegations (opens Delaware Public Media)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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Swalwell's resignation follows allegations of sexual assault and misconduct made by multiple women against the California Democrat.
Fox10 Phoenix
Eric Swalwell resigning from Congress amid sexual assault allegations (opens Fox10 Phoenix)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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Rep. Eric Swalwell is dropping out of the race for California Governor.
The New Republic
Growing Number of Democrats Call on Eric Swalwell to Leave Congress (opens The New Republic)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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Democrats are calling on the California representative to resign or be expelled after sexual assault allegations against him.
New York Post
Eric Swalwell resigns from Congress after heinous sex assault allegations (opens New York Post)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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Congressman Eric Swalwell said he would resign from Congress, after a day earlier dropping his bid for California governor. He vowed to fight the sexual misconduct allegations he's facing.
The Daily Caller
Eric Swalwell Resigns Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations (opens The Daily Caller)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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Eric Swalwell announced his resignation from Congress on Monday, citing mounting pressure, public scrutiny, and the need to uphold accountability amid controversy.
Newsweek
Eric Swalwell to resign from Congress after sexual assault allegations (opens Newsweek)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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Eric Swalwell said he will resign from Congress after sexual assault allegations that he has denied.
The Boston Globe
Representative Eric Swalwell of California says he will resign from Congress after sexual assault allegations (opens The Boston Globe)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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The decision caps a swift political fall for the seven-term lawmaker, who had been seen as a frontrunner in California’s gubernatorial race.
Breitbart News
Eric Swalwell Says 'I Plan to Resign' from Congress (opens Breitbart News)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) announced his intention to resign from his seat on Monday following a wave of sexual assault accusations.
New Hampshire Union Leader
Swalwell to quit Congress following sexual misconduct allegations (opens New Hampshire Union Leader)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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Rep. Eric Swalwell said on Monday he will resign from the House of Representatives, bowing to pressure from both Democrats and Republicans to leave Congress or face expulsion following sexual
Fox32 Chicago
Rep. Eric Swalwell announces resignation from Congress amid sexual assault allegations (opens Fox32 Chicago)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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Swalwell’s announcement comes just a day after he suspended his campaign for California governor, which came amid numerous sexual assault allegations made against the man by several women.
PJ Media
BREAKING: Eric Swalwell Resigns From Congress (opens PJ Media)
Published Apr 12, 2026
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Eric Swalwell resigns from Congress amid serious allegations and investigations.

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