Swalwell campaign denies ‘outrageous’ claims of inappropriate behavior
Rep. Eric Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign has denied circulating claims on social media that multiple women plan to come forward with sexual misconduct allegations against him ahead of California's primary election. The campaign characterized the rumors as 'false and outrageous' being spread strategically before voting begins in weeks.
Key Points
- Swalwell campaign denies allegations of sexual misconduct just weeks before California's gubernatorial primary
- Claims circulating on social media suggest multiple women plan to come forward with allegations
- Campaign attributes timing of rumors to political opposition ahead of closely watched election