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DOJ Investigates Sexual Assault Allegations Against Former Rep. Eric Swalwell
The Department of Justice has launched an investigation into multiple sexual assault allegations against former Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell, who has resigned from Congress and ended his bid for California governor. Swalwell denies the accusations, which include claims from a former staffer and another woman alleging drugging and assault in 2018.
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Eric Swalwell, a Democrat from California.
He denies all claims of sexual assault. Several sources reported that the allegations involve sexual misconduct, including an incident where a woman said she was drugged and assaulted in 2018.
accuser stated she lost consciousness after her drink was allegedly drugged.
Swalwell has admitted to infidelity but maintains that the assault accusations are false. A senator has pushed a bill to bar lawmakers convicted of sexual abuse from receiving pensions.
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