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Steyer's Ad Targets Swalwell's Voting Record Amid Gubernatorial Race

2/14/2026

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Tom Steyer, a gubernatorial candidate, released a campaign ad accusing Rep. Eric Swalwell of missing 95 House votes in 2025, more than the late Rep. Raul Grijalva, and showing Swalwell at the gym.
Swalwell's campaign did not respond.
Senator Ruben Gallego defended Swalwell, noting his presence during the January 6 Capitol attack.
Swalwell announced his gubernatorial run in November.
The race to replace Governor Gavin Newsom includes multiple Democrats and Republicans.

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Tom Steyer, a gubernatorial candidate, released a campaign ad accusing Rep. Eric Swalwell of missing 95 House votes in 2025, more than the late Rep. Raul Grijalva, and showing Swalwell at the gym.
Swalwell's campaign did not respond.
Senator Ruben Gallego defended Swalwell, noting his presence during the January 6 Capitol attack.
Swalwell announced his gubernatorial run in November.
The race to replace Governor Gavin Newsom includes multiple Democrats and Republicans.