Eric Swalwell’s resignation leaves California’s 14th Congressional District vacant
Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) resigned from California's 14th Congressional District on April 14, 2026, following reports of sexual misconduct allegations by the San Francisco Chronicle and CNN. The resignation leaves the House with four total vacancies and Republicans maintaining a narrow 217-213 majority.
Key Points
- Swalwell's resignation triggered by sexual misconduct allegations reported by major news outlets
- Creates vacancy in California's 14th District, a Democratic-held seat
- Narrows Democratic representation in an already tight Republican House majority