Things just went from very bad to far worse for Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell — who will no longer be able to call himself a member of Congress.
Swalwell, once a leading contender in the 2026 race for California governor, suspended his campaign Sunday night following multiple reports alleging he had committed sexual assault against various unnamed women.
On Monday, Swalwell took things a step further, announcing his resignation from Congress.
This comes just after Swalwell’s fellow Democrats had been making the rounds on various Sunday news shows calling for his expulsion.
BREAKING: Facing a potential expulsion vote, Eric Swalwell has announced he is resigning from Congress. pic.twitter.com/wDVeSss8FE
— The Western Journal (@WesternJournalX) April 13, 2026
“I am deeply sorry to my family, staff, and constituents for mistakes in judgement I’ve made in my past. I will fight the serious, false allegation made against me. However, I must
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