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Gallego Defends Swalwell Amid Controversial Misconduct Allegations

4/9/2026

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Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) faces scrutiny for defending Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) amid misconduct allegations.
Gallego criticized a user on X who warned the allegations could hurt Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign.
Swalwell's spokesperson said the allegations are politically motivated, noting no ethics complaints or NDAs in 13 years.
Democratic strategist Bhavik Lathia urged caution, suggesting more allegations could surface.
Conservative strategist Alec Sears accused Gallego of discrediting women raising concerns.

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Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) faces scrutiny for defending Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) amid misconduct allegations.
Gallego criticized a user on X who warned the allegations could hurt Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign.
Swalwell's spokesperson said the allegations are politically motivated, noting no ethics complaints or NDAs in 13 years.
Democratic strategist Bhavik Lathia urged caution, suggesting more allegations could surface.
Conservative strategist Alec Sears accused Gallego of discrediting women raising concerns.