April 14, 2026

Rep. Eric Swalwell Resigns from Congress Amid Sexual Assault Allegations and Gubernatorial Campaign Suspension

Weeks before his resignation, Swalwell invited an Epstein survivor to the State of the Union to highlight victims of sexual abuse.
Following allegations from multiple women detailing inappropriate behavior, Swalwell suspended his gubernatorial campaign and resigned from Congress.
His departure narrows the Democratic field in California's gubernatorial primary, potentially benefiting candidates like Tom Steyer and Katie Porter.

24 Sources

What to know about Eric Swalwell's exit from Congress and the California governor's race
Apr 14, 2026 at 7:36 AM · ABC News
The ethics behind the resignations of 2 congressmen following misconduct allegations
Apr 14, 2026 at 8:41 AM · NPR
Swalwell’s former Dem rival unloads on his ‘lightweight’ career as sexual assault allegations emerge
Apr 14, 2026 at 9:00 AM · Fox News
2 Swalwell accusers discuss his downfall and the fear of coming forward: "He thought he was untouchable"
Apr 14, 2026 at 10:19 AM · CBS News
Exclusive: Swalwell accuser reacts to his announced resignation
Apr 14, 2026 at 10:44 AM · CNN
Two Congressmen Resign in 1 Day Amid Sex Scandals
Apr 14, 2026 at 11:33 AM · Today
Swalwell accuser reacts to lawmaker’s resignation announcement
Apr 14, 2026 at 11:36 AM · CNN
Eric Swalwell accuser slams disgraced Dem’s decision to run for governor: ‘The receipts were out there’
Apr 14, 2026 at 12:09 PM · Independent
Billionaire sugar daddy kicks Swalwell out of his mansion, wants $1M back after heinous sex allegations
Apr 14, 2026 at 2:42 PM · Fox News
Kash Patel taunts Swalwell with FBI sit-down as resignation fallout grows
Apr 14, 2026 at 2:58 PM · Fox News
Swalwell's fall from grace sparks Democrat rush to return campaign contributions amid scrutiny
Apr 14, 2026 at 3:15 PM · Fox News
Pelosi distances herself from ally Swalwell amid sexual misconduct allegations
Apr 14, 2026 at 3:19 PM · Fox News
Swalwell’s shock exit throws California governor’s race into disarray: ‘This really tosses the table over’
Apr 14, 2026 at 3:37 PM · The Guardian
Swalwell resignation collides with China-linked scandal as critics demand file release
Apr 14, 2026 at 4:46 PM · Fox News
Patel invites Swalwell to sit down with FBI, solicits 'relevant information' from public
Apr 14, 2026 at 5:28 PM · The Hill
Swalwell out, new poll could alter April 22 debate lineup
Apr 14, 2026 at 5:52 PM · The Hill
New Swalwell accuser comes forward with allegations of rape, drugging
Apr 14, 2026 at 8:09 PM · The Hill
Newsom sets special election date for Swalwell seat
Apr 14, 2026 at 11:51 PM · The Hill
Kash Patel invites Eric Swalwell to speak to FBI over sexual assault claims as Polymarket launches odds on his arrest
Apr 15, 2026 at 9:17 AM · Independent
Swalwell departure helps Democrats narrow field in California race
Apr 15, 2026 at 10:23 AM · Reuters
Gavin Newsom sets August 2026 special election to fill Eric Swalwell's vacant congressional seat
Apr 15, 2026 at 12:40 PM · Fox News
live: House Democrats give remarks in wake of Swalwell resignation
Apr 15, 2026 at 2:30 PM · The Hill
Swalwell accused of sexual assault as legal questions mount: Join the live discussion
Apr 15, 2026 at 3:53 PM · The Hill
FLASHBACK: Swalwell touted Epstein survivor as SOTU guest weeks before sexual assault allegations emerged
Apr 16, 2026 at 11:00 AM · Fox News