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Swalwell's Residency Controversy Sparks Legal Challenges Ahead of Primary

3/14/2026

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Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.)'s residency claims trigger concern as he campaigns.
Neighbors say they have not seen him at the Livermore home since 2017.
Legal challenges and calls for investigation have emerged, led by Tom Steyer.
Swalwell's campaign has not clarified lease details or hotel stays locally.
With the June primary approaching, officials fear a disqualification could hand the governor's race to a Republican.

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Story summary

Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.)'s residency claims trigger concern as he campaigns.
Neighbors say they have not seen him at the Livermore home since 2017.
Legal challenges and calls for investigation have emerged, led by Tom Steyer.
Swalwell's campaign has not clarified lease details or hotel stays locally.
With the June primary approaching, officials fear a disqualification could hand the governor's race to a Republican.