California Governor Hopeful Embroiled in Sexual Assault Allegations: Embattled Rep. Eric Swalwell's (D-Calif.) campaign for the state's top office took a devastating hit on Friday after two key co-chairs and several high-profile endorsements were withdrawn in the wake of explosive allegations. According to a report by the San Francisco Chronicle, a former staffer has come forward claiming that Swalwell sexually assaulted her on multiple occasions while she was incapacitated due to intoxication. The allegations have sparked widespread outrage and raised serious questions about Swalwell's suitability to hold public office. As the scandal continues to unfold, the California Democrat's chances of securing the governor's mansion may be slipping away.
Rep. Eric Swalwell’s (D-Calif.) campaign for California governor lost two co-chairs and key endorsements on Friday after the San Francisco Chronicle reported on allegations that he sexually assaulted a former staffer. The Chronicle reported that a woman who previously worked for Swalwell alleged that he sexually assaulted her twice when she was too intoxicated to consent. The Hill has not...
