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Eric Swalwell Resigns from Congress After Sexual Misconduct Allegations
Former U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress on Monday following allegations of sexual harassment, assault, and rape by four women. Comedian Rosie O'Donnell, a past supporter, expressed heartbreak and disappointment in TikTok videos. Swalwell had suspended his California gubernatorial campaign the day prior.
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Eric Swalwell suspended his campaign for California governor following allegations from four women of sexual harassment, assault and rape, according to The Washington Times.
A former congressional staffer accused him of sexually assaulting her. A second woman subsequently alleged that Mr. Swalwell drugged and raped her in his West Hollywood hotel room in 2018. Three additional women accused him of sending unsolicited explicit messages.
Rosie O'Donnell posted a TikTok video on Tuesday discussing Eric Swalwell.
In it, she called the sexual misconduct allegations against former Rep. Eric Swalwell heartbreaking. O'Donnell compared former Rep. Eric Swalwell to former President Bill Clinton. O'Donnell spoke to Eric Swalwell on the phone a couple times.
She donated money to Eric Swalwell. O'Donnell publicly praised Eric Swalwell in the past, citing his family and his willingness to challenge colleagues over their conduct.
From O'Donnell O'Donnell posted a follow-up TikTok video on Wednesday expressing anger about politicians.
The Washington Times reported on both TikTok videos.
“You know, Bill Clinton broke my heart, and now you did, too.”
“I’m so disappointed and so sick of all politicians, because all they do is lie, 24/7.”
