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Swalwell, Gonzales Resign Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

4/18/2026

Summary

Swalwell and Gonzales Resign

Eric Swalwell (D) and Tony Gonzales (R) resigned from Congress after sexual misconduct allegations.
Swalwell faces multiple accusations, including rape, which he denies.
Gonzales admitted to an affair with a staffer who later died by suicide.
Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) urged staffers to report misconduct to her office, while the House Ethics Committee faces slow investigations.

Summary

Pirro Launches Tip Line

U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro has launched a tip line to report sexual misconduct allegations against former Congressman Eric Swalwell.
The complaints include claims of drugging and sexual assault by several women.
Swalwell has denied the allegations but acknowledged inappropriate behavior outside his marriage.
Representative Lauren Boebert has urged victims to come forward with their experiences.
House Ethics Committee and Manhattan prosecutors are investigating, raising questions about Swalwell's political future.

History

Historical Context

The impeachment of President Bill Clinton in 1998, stemming from his affair with Monica Lewinsky, marked a pivotal moment in U.S. politics, revealing deep-seated issues of sexual misconduct among lawmakers. This scrutiny has persisted, as seen in recent resignations of Representatives Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales amid serious allegations, highlighting ongoing challenges in ensuring accountability and reform within Congress.

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Swalwell and Gonzales Resign

Eric Swalwell (D) and Tony Gonzales (R) resigned from Congress after sexual misconduct allegations.
Swalwell faces multiple accusations, including rape, which he denies.
Gonzales admitted to an affair with a staffer who later died by suicide.
Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) urged staffers to report misconduct to her office, while the House Ethics Committee faces slow investigations.

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