Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) is resigning from Congress amid the growing backlash regarding allegations of sexual assault and misconduct, which came to light last week.
In his announcement, Swalwell apologized for “mistakes in judgment” he’s made, but added he will continue to “fight the serious, false allegations” made against him.
Breaking News:
Swalwell’s resignation follows allegations of sexual assault and misconduct made by multiple women against the California Democrat.
— NPR (@npr.org) April 13, 2026 at 2:55 PM
This news comes just a day after Swalwell announced he was suspending his campaign for governor of California. He was widely seen as a front-runner in that race.
From NPR:
Swalwell, 45, has been embattled in controversy since last week, when rumors began to circulate online about the congressman and an alleged history of abusive behavior toward women.
By Friday, the controversy gained new momentum after at least four women spoke with the San Francisco Chronicle and CNN, detailing their experiences, which range from unwanted sexual advances by Swalwell to allegations of rape.
Swalwell did not say when his resignation would take effect, but once it does, California Gov. Gavin Newsom would have 14 days to call a special election to fill the vacancy.
The Bay Area seat is in a safely Blue district that Kamala Harris carried over President Trump in 2024 by 35 points.
Democratic leaders in Congress — including Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) — were quick to denounce Swalwell after the allegations came to light. Numerous House Democrats have publicly said they would call for his expulsion.
But wait! There’s more…
Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX), who has admitted to having an affair with one of his own staffers, wrote on X just an hour after Swalwell’s announcement that he will “file my retirement from office” when the House is back in session on Tuesday.
His late congressional staffer, Regina Santos-Aviles, died by suicide on September 14, 2025, after setting herself on fire. Text messages found on her phone showed Gonzales had sent repeated sexual messages to her. He admitted to the affair in March.
Gonzales was also facing threats of expulsion from members of his own party.
There is a season for everything and God has a plan for us all. When Congress returns tomorrow, I will file my retirement from office. It has been my privilege to serve the great people of Texas.
— Rep. Tony Gonzales (@RepTonyGonzales) April 13, 2026
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