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Swalwell Resigns Amid Misconduct Allegations, Democrats Silent

4/18/2026

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Washington Examiner columnist Guy Benson questioned how many Democrats knew about Eric Swalwell (D-CA)'s alleged misconduct before allegations surfaced, calling the rumors a secret.
He noted Rep. Ro Khanna and former HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra acknowledged rumors.
Benson criticized Democrats for failing to hold Swalwell accountable, suggesting Republicans would face harsher consequences.
Swalwell resigned from his position and withdrew from the California gubernatorial race amid Department of Justice investigations.

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Washington Examiner columnist Guy Benson questioned how many Democrats knew about Eric Swalwell (D-CA)'s alleged misconduct before allegations surfaced, calling the rumors a secret.
He noted Rep. Ro Khanna and former HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra acknowledged rumors.
Benson criticized Democrats for failing to hold Swalwell accountable, suggesting Republicans would face harsher consequences.
Swalwell resigned from his position and withdrew from the California gubernatorial race amid Department of Justice investigations.