
Rep. Eric Swalwell resigned from the U.S. House amid multiple sexual-misconduct allegations that also collapsed his gubernatorial campaign. Inside accounts describe how rumors and new allegations prompted staff resignations, lost endorsements and donor pullback, creating space for other contenders. Swalwell denies the accusations and both law enforcement and House investigators have opened inquiries. Carvalho’s recent resignation amid an FBI probe is another high-profile departure that highlights broader political vulnerability when officials face investigations.
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