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Swalwell suspends campaign for California governor

Source: The Hill April 12, 2026 at 8:56 PM (1 days ago) California House

Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) has suspended his campaign for California governor, just 48 hours after allegations emerged that he sexually assaulted a former aide on two occasions. The congressman, who was considered a frontrunner in the race, made the announcement Sunday.

Key Points

  • Swalwell suspended his gubernatorial campaign following sexual assault allegations from a former aide
  • The decision came within 48 hours of initial reports, suggesting rapid fallout from the accusations
  • Swalwell had been positioned as one of the leading candidates in the California governor's race