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Judge Dismisses Lawsuit, Swalwell Remains in Governor Race

3/24/2026

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A Sacramento judge dismissed a lawsuit aimed at disqualifying Rep. Eric Swalwell from the California governor's race because the appeal was procedurally flawed.
The ruling allows Swalwell to remain on the ballot for the June 2 primary.
The plaintiff, Joel Gilbert, contends Swalwell primarily resides in Washington, D.C., violating California's five-year residency requirement.
Swalwell filed an affidavit stating he lives in Livermore, but neighbors say they have never seen him.

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A Sacramento judge dismissed a lawsuit aimed at disqualifying Rep. Eric Swalwell from the California governor's race because the appeal was procedurally flawed.
The ruling allows Swalwell to remain on the ballot for the June 2 primary.
The plaintiff, Joel Gilbert, contends Swalwell primarily resides in Washington, D.C., violating California's five-year residency requirement.
Swalwell filed an affidavit stating he lives in Livermore, but neighbors say they have never seen him.