Another Woman Accuses Swalwell of Sexual Assault

Alleged incident occurred in Beverly Hills in 2018

Apr. 15, 2026 at 2:04am

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A second woman has come forward with allegations of sexual assault against former U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell, who announced his resignation from Congress on Monday amid a growing number of misconduct accusations.

Why it matters

The allegations against Swalwell, a prominent Democratic politician, raise serious questions about his conduct and fitness for public office. This comes at a time when issues of sexual harassment and assault in politics have come under increased scrutiny.

The details

The latest accuser, who has not been named publicly, claims that Swalwell drugged and sexually assaulted her in Beverly Hills, California in 2018. This follows previous allegations from another woman who accused Swalwell of sexual misconduct in 2021.

  • The alleged incident occurred in Beverly Hills, California in 2018.
  • Swalwell announced his resignation from Congress on Monday, April 14, 2026.

The players

Eric Swalwell

A former U.S. Representative who has been accused of sexual misconduct by multiple women.

Unnamed Accuser

A woman who has come forward with allegations of sexual assault against Eric Swalwell, claiming he drugged and assaulted her in Beverly Hills in 2018.

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What they’re saying

“The allegations against Swalwell are deeply disturbing and demand a thorough investigation.”

— Samantha Jones, Political Analyst

What’s next

Authorities in Beverly Hills are expected to open an investigation into the latest allegations against Swalwell.

The takeaway

These allegations against a prominent politician underscore the continued need for accountability and transparency around issues of sexual misconduct in positions of power.