New Actor: House Ethics Committee Launches Swalwell Probe

The House Ethics Committee announced on April 13, 2026, that it has opened an investigation into Representative Eric Swalwell regarding allegations of sexual misconduct, including claims of sexual assault by a former staff member. The committee's inquiry will assess whether Swalwell violated the Code of Official Conduct or any applicable laws in his professional duties.

The investigation follows serious accusations that Swalwell sexually assaulted a woman on two occasions while she was employed under him. In addition to this allegation, three other women have come forward with claims of sexual misconduct, including allegations that Swalwell sent unsolicited nude photos and graphic messages.

Swalwell has publicly denied the allegations, labeling them as false, and has expressed his intention to fight these claims. He stated that he is deeply sorry for past mistakes in judgment but maintains that the allegations against him are untrue. The Ethics Committee emphasized that the initiation of the investigation does not imply any wrongdoing has occurred.

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