House Ethics panel opens investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell

Politics
14 Apr 2026 • 1:59 AM MYT
The Independent
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The House Ethics Committee has begun an investigation into whether Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., engaged in sexual misconduct toward an employee working under his supervision, the panel announced Monday.

The announcement comes one day after Swalwell suspended his campaign for California governor after the emergence of allegations that he continues to deny.

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