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Politics

Congressman Faces Rape Allegations; Lawyer Denies Charges

Congressman Eric Swalwell's attorney has denied multiple sexual assault allegations, including rape and drugging, stating they are false. The defense argues that any sexual acts involved consenting adults and that regret does not constitute rape. The focus is on the legal definition of consent, distinguishing it from criminal acts, as the case moves through the justice system.

1 day ago
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Ex-Congressman Resigns Amid Sexual Assault Allegations

Former Congressman Eric Swalwell has resigned amid new sexual assault allegations, including claims of being drugged and raped. He denies the charges, calling them a "political hit job." Meanwhile, the Justice Department acknowledged errors in releasing Epstein-related documents, and the acting AG discussed presidential authority.

2 days ago
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Congress Rocked: Swalwell Resigns Amid Assault Allegations

Former Congressman Eric Swalwell resigned amid serious allegations of sexual misconduct and rape, including a new accusation of being drugged and assaulted in 2018. His attorney denies the claims as a "political hit job." The resignations of Swalwell and Republican Congressman Tony Gonzalez, who also faced an ethics probe, mark a significant moment of reckoning on Capitol Hill.

2 days ago
Politics

Model Claims Swalwell Drugged, Raped Her in Hotel

A former model has accused Congressman Eric Swalwell of drugging and raping her in a hotel room in 2018. Lana Drew detailed the alleged assault, stating she lost consciousness and believed she was dying. She reported the incident to friends and documented it in therapy.

2 days ago
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Eric Swalwell Resigns from Congress Amid Sexual Assault Allegations

U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell is resigning from Congress following serious allegations of sexual assault and misconduct, as reported by the San Francisco Chronicle and CNN. The allegations have also ended his gubernatorial campaign and prompted a House Ethics Committee investigation, which will now cease following his resignation.

3 days ago
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Nigeria Festival Turns Violent: Women Attacked in Ozoro

Women were sexually assaulted and filmed during a fertility festival in Ozoro, Nigeria, sparking national outrage and calls for justice. Victims, including university students, are seeking medical care and prosecution for their attackers. Police have arrested 18 men as investigations continue.

2 weeks ago
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MP Charlotte Nichols Recounts Trauma of Revenge Porn

Former MP Charlotte Nichols bravely recounts the trauma of having naked photos of herself distributed to 70 men, an experience she calls "utterly humiliating." The incident, which occurred while she was an MP, led her to question her safety and fueled her determination to seek justice and push for systemic change.

3 weeks ago
True Crime

The ‘Handsome Devil’s’ Violent Descent: A Trail of Abuse

Wade Wilson, known as the 'Handsome Devil,' embarked on a violent spree in 2019, allegedly kidnapping and assaulting one woman before later being accused of murder and another brutal assault. The case highlights alleged police mishandling and a disturbing pattern of escalating violence.

2 months ago
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Disturbing ‘Love Letter’: Trump Campaign Accused of Targeting Sexual Assault Survivor E. Jean Carroll with Valentine’s Day Email

E. Jean Carroll, a sexual assault survivor who won a civil lawsuit against Donald Trump, received a disturbing Valentine's Day email from his campaign that read, "I love you and I was pretty sure you loved me back." The unsolicited message, believed to be targeted and sourced from court documents, sparked outrage and raised serious ethical questions about political campaign tactics and the treatment of survivors.

2 months ago