Three other women also have accused Swalwell of sexual misconduct, including sending unsolicited nude photos, according to CNN. Swalwell’s staff member was 21 years old when she started working for the congressman, who is nearly two decades her senior. AdvertisementAfter the former staff member’s allegations were published by the Chronicle, CNN published reports of three other women alleging misconduct. AdvertisementAfter news of the potential release of the files broke, Swalwell accused Trump of trying to sway the gubernatorial election and weaponizing the federal government against his political enemies. In the gubernatorial race, Swalwell has faced criticism from fellow Democrat Tom Steyer that he was ineligible to run for governor because he did not truly live in California.

Source: Los Angeles Times April 10, 2026 23:40 UTC