Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) is facing a high-stakes decision that could shape not only the contest to succeed him, but his own political future. Former Rep. Eric Swalwell’s abrupt exit from California’s gubernatorial race following allegations of sexual assault has further splintered an already crowded and volatile Democratic field. Party insiders have been urging Newsom to step in […]
Newsom faces catch-22 in splintered governor’s race
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Fri 20:41 - Politico
Swalwell campaign imploding after new sexual assault allegation - Politico
Fri 20:51 - KRON4
Former Swalwell staffer claims gubernatorial candidate sexually assaulted her: report - KRON4
Fri 21:07 - Sacramento Bee
Allies pressure Swalwell to quit governor’s race over sexual assault allegations - Sacramento Bee
Fri 21:59 - Washington Examiner
Ex-staffer claims Swalwell sexually assaulted her. He denies allegations
Fri 22:16 - CalMatters
Supporters flee Swalwell’s governor campaign amid allegations of sexual assault - CalMatters
Fri 22:29 - CNN
Exclusive: Four women describe sexual misconduct by Rep. Eric Swalwell, including a former staffer who says he raped her - CNN
Fri 22:50 - NBC News
Former staffer accuses Rep. Eric Swalwell of sexually assaulting her while she was intoxicated - NBC News
Fri 23:12 - San Francisco Chronicle
Ex-staffer says Eric Swalwell, candidate for California governor, sexually assaulted her - San Francisco Chronicle
Sat 00:45 - Fox News
Pelosi, California Dems slam Swalwell over bombshell sexual assault allegations: 'Indefensible'
Sat 03:51 - Washington Post
Eric Swalwell, California governor candidate, accused of sexual assault by ex-staffer
Sat 06:51 - The Washington Post
Eric Swalwell, California governor candidate, accused of sexual assault by ex-staffer - The Washington Post
Sat 12:04 - The Hill
Swalwell calls sexual assault claims 'flat false' as pressure mounts to drop governor bid
Sat 12:46 - Washington Examiner
Swalwell’s baggage on full display as California governor bid hits turbulence
Sat 13:00 - TODAY.com
Former Staffer Accuses Rep. Eric Swalwell of Sexual Assault - TODAY.com
Sat 13:09 - Fox News
Swalwell ripped for changing his tune on how sexual assault victims 'deserve to be heard'
Sat 13:17 - The Hill
Democratic leaders press Swalwell to exit governor's race over assault claims
Sat 14:30 - Fox News
Swalwell calls sexual misconduct allegations 'flat out false,' says he will fight them 'with everything'
Sat 14:51 - The Desert Sun
Congressman Eric Swalwell accused of sexual assault by former staffer - The Desert Sun
Sat 15:08 - The Hill
Luna moves to oust Swalwell from House over assault allegations
Sat 18:40 - Fox News
House Republican plans motion to oust Swalwell from Congress amid sexual assault allegations
Sat 20:06 - Washington Examiner
Manhattan DA opens investigation into Swalwell over sexual assault allegations
Sat 20:18 - The Hill
Manhattan DA to investigate Swalwell over sexual assault allegation
Sun 03:14 - Washington Examiner
Swalwell staffers ‘horrified’ by sexual assault allegations
Sun 04:16 - Fox News
Eric Swalwell accused of paying nanny with campaign funds while she lacked work authorization
Sun 13:29 - The Hill
First Democrat calls for Swalwell to resign from House over sexual assault allegations
Sun 15:19 - The Hill
House lawmakers, on both sides of the aisle, call on Swalwell, Gonzales to resign amid misconduct allegations
Sun 19:47 - Washington Examiner
Jayapal backs expelling Swalwell and Gonzales over sexual misconduct allegations
Sun 20:44 - Washington Examiner
Mark Warner says Swalwell should drop California governor bid if allegations are true
Sun 22:38 - Washington Examiner
DHS investigating Swalwell over claims he kept nanny in US illegally
Sun 23:00 - Fox News
California reporter claims Eric Swalwell’s conduct ‘was known,’ raises questions about local support
Sun 23:58 - The Hill
DHS probes Swalwell over allegations of hiring nanny illegally
Mon 00:49 - Washington Post
Swalwell suspends campaign for Calif. governor amid growing rancor over sexual misconduct claims
Mon 00:56 - The Hill
Swalwell suspends campaign for California governor
Mon 01:00 - Fox News
Senate Democrat avoids answering whether Swalwell should resign from Congress
Mon 01:00 - Fox News
Eric Swalwell exits California governor race apologizing for past judgment while denying claims
Mon 01:27 - Washington Examiner
Swalwell ends California gubernatorial campaign in wake of sexual assault allegations
Mon 07:00 - Fox News
Why Eric Swalwell was forced to quit California governor’s race after sexual misconduct allegations
Mon 09:40 - HLN (BE)
Democratic candidate California drops out: accused of abusing four women
Mon 10:00 - The Hill
This Week on the Hill: 6 big fights Congress faces as it returns
Mon 10:00 - The Hill
Swalwell furor engulfs others accused of wrongdoing, threatening to upend House
Mon 15:21 - National Review
Eric Swalwell Reaps What He Sows
Mon 16:07 - Washington Examiner
Does it matter that Eric Swalwell is married?
Tue 00:48 - Washington Post
Reps. Swalwell, Gonzales say they’ll leave Congress ahead of possible expulsion votes
Tue 01:57 - n-tv Politik
He wanted to become governor: Democrat Swalwell resigns after rape accusation
Tue 03:18 - The Hill
Greene: 'More members' of Congress guilty of conduct 'similar' to allegations against Swalwell, Gonzales
Tue 03:33 - France 24
Two congressmen resign as US House faces rare expulsions over scandals
Tue 05:17 - Washington Examiner
Kash Patel invites Eric Swalwell for a ‘sit down with the FBI’
Tue 10:00 - The Hill
Swalwell, Gonzales exits shift spotlight to other embattled lawmakers
Tue 10:00 - Fox News
JONATHAN TURLEY: Eric Swalwell's enablers knew the truth — and protected him anyway
Tue 13:06 - The Hill
Live updates: Rubio brings Israel, Lebanon to table; House returns amid Swalwell, Gonzales upheaval
Tue 13:12 - La Libre (BE)
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell resigns after sexual assault accusations
Tue 14:58 - Fox News
Kash Patel taunts Swalwell with FBI sit-down as resignation fallout grows
Tue 15:09 - The Hill
Swalwell accusers respond to resignation in televised interview
Tue 16:23 - The Hill
Luna says Swalwell 'may go to jail' with 'more disgusting stuff coming out'
Tue 16:32 - Fox News
5th accuser comes forward against Rep Eric Swalwell ahead of expected resignation
Tue 16:32 - La Libre (BE)
Democrats and Republicans hunt down the bad apples in their ranks
Tue 22:42 - The Hill
Rep. Cory Mills responds to expulsion talk in wake of Swalwell, Gonzales resignations
Tue 23:51 - The Hill
Newsom sets special election date for Swalwell seat
Wed 00:30 - Washington Examiner
Newsom sets date for special election to fill Swalwell’s House seat
Wed 00:59 - Washington Post
Woman accuses Eric Swalwell of rape in 2018, reports it to authorities
Wed 03:11 - The Hill
Miller on Swalwell: Dems have ‘blackmail files’ for when it suits them
Wed 12:40 - Fox News
Gavin Newsom sets August 2026 special election to fill Eric Swalwell's vacant congressional seat
Fri 10:14 - Washington Examiner
Swalwell collapse creates opening for a new Democratic ‘Resistance’ leader
Fri 12:00 - The Hill
Fraud could be the last nail in the coffin for Gavin Newsom’s presidential hopes
Sat 11:00 - Washington Examiner
Newsom faces catch-22 in splintered governor’s race