Manhattan DA Investigates Rep. Swalwell Amid Sexual Assault Claims
Manhattan's District Attorney has launched an investigation into sexual assault allegations against Congressman Eric Swalwell, made by a former staffer. Swalwell denies the claims, calling them "flat false." The allegations have led to widespread calls for him to withdraw from the California gubernatorial race and face potential congressional action.
Manhattan DA Launches Investigation into Swalwell
The Manhattan District Attorney’s office has opened an investigation into allegations of sexual assault against U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell. The probe follows accusations from a former staffer who claims Swalwell raped her in 2024 and sexually assaulted her in 2019. Both alleged incidents occurred in New York hotel rooms while the accuser was heavily intoxicated.
Several other women have also accused the California congressman of sexual misconduct. News outlets have reviewed text messages and medical records related to the former staffer’s allegations, which she confirmed were made to news organizations. The accuser stated she felt she finally had the support to come forward, a crucial factor she lacked when the alleged incidents occurred.
Swalwell Denies All Allegations
Representative Swalwell has vehemently denied all claims. In a video posted to Instagram, he stated, “These allegations of sexual assault are flat false. They’re absolutely false.
They did not happen. They have never happened and I will fight them with everything that I have.” His strong denial comes as the investigation begins and political pressure mounts.
Accuser Details Disturbing Experiences
In an interview, one of the women central to the allegations confirmed she was the one who reported the sexual assault by Congressman Swalwell in both 2019 and 2024. She recounted disturbing details, stating she said no and pushed him away, but he did not stop. The reviewed text messages and medical records related to her allegations are described as damning.
The accuser explained her decision to come forward, telling reporters, “I finally felt like I had the support to help me come forward which was a huge deciding factor that I did not have when this happened in 2019 or in 2024.” This support system allowed her to share her experiences publicly.
Political Fallout and Calls for Resignation
The allegations have triggered significant political fallout for Swalwell, who is currently a frontrunner in the California gubernatorial race. Scores of lawmakers, both Democrats and Republicans, are calling for him to step aside from the governor’s race. The top three House Democrats, including Hakeem Jeffries, Catherine Clark, and Pete Aguilar, released a joint statement demanding a swift investigation and that Swalwell immediately end his gubernatorial campaign.
Their statement declared, “This is unacceptable of anyone, certainly not an elected official and must be taken seriously following the incredibly disturbing sexual assault allegations against Congressman Eric Swalwell. We call for a swift investigation into these incidents and for the congressman to immediately end his campaign to be California’s next governor.” This sentiment appears to be largely unanimous among members of Congress.
Congressional Action and Future Pressure
The primary questions now revolve around Swalwell’s next steps and the level of pressure he will face from Capitol Hill. Some Republicans are pushing for more than just withdrawing from the governor’s race, suggesting he should resign from his congressional seat as well. While no sitting Democratic lawmakers have yet called for his resignation from Congress, the House is set to return to session soon.
Discussions among lawmakers about the allegations are expected to be a top topic. There is also talk of potential disciplinary actions. Republican Congresswoman Lauren Boebert plans to introduce a censure resolution against Swalwell.
Republican Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna intends to bring a motion to expel him from the House of Representatives. These actions signal a significant increase in pressure on the congressman.
Looking Ahead
As Congress reconvenes, the focus will be on how lawmakers, particularly Democrats, respond to Republican calls for action against Swalwell. The possibility of counter-actions, such as Democrats proposing expulsion resolutions against Republicans accused of misconduct, could lead to heated floor debates. The Manhattan District Attorney’s investigation is ongoing, and its findings will likely shape the future of Swalwell’s political career and his standing in Congress.
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