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Jon Cryer, Celebrities Back Swalwell Amid DOJ Investigation

4/18/2026

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Jon Cryer spent $10,000 supporting Eric Swalwell's campaign for California Governor.
Celebrities including Robert De Niro, Kathy Griffin, and Jon Hamm donated $10,000 each to Swalwell's campaign.
Eric Swalwell is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ).
Kathy Griffin defended her donation, saying Swalwell was the most electable candidate against Republican challengers despite the allegations.

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Jon Cryer spent $10,000 supporting Eric Swalwell's campaign for California Governor.
Celebrities including Robert De Niro, Kathy Griffin, and Jon Hamm donated $10,000 each to Swalwell's campaign.
Eric Swalwell is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ).
Kathy Griffin defended her donation, saying Swalwell was the most electable candidate against Republican challengers despite the allegations.