Calls Grow for Expulsion of Swalwell and Gonzales Over Abuse Allegations

Legislators across the political spectrum demand the two Congress members resign amid sexual misconduct claims.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 4:54pm

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Lawmakers from both parties are calling for the expulsion of Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales from Congress over allegations of sexual abuse. The bipartisan demands come as the House prepares to vote on measures to hold the two members accountable, with one representative saying "these allegations are despicable and they demean the integrity of Congress." Neither Swalwell nor Gonzales is seeking re-election, but some members are also pushing for investigations into their conduct.

Why it matters

The calls for Swalwell and Gonzales to leave Congress highlight the ongoing reckoning over sexual misconduct in politics, with legislators from across the aisle demanding accountability for alleged abuses of power. The situation also raises questions about the integrity of Congress and whether the institution can effectively police its own members.

The details

Legislators including Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) have vowed to vote in favor of measures to expel Swalwell and Gonzales from Congress, calling the allegations against them "completely unacceptable." Neither Swalwell nor Gonzales has responded to requests for comment, but neither is running for re-election. The push for their removal comes as some members continue to demand answers related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and his associates.

  • The House is expected to vote on measures to hold Swalwell and Gonzales accountable in the coming days.

The players

Eric Swalwell

Democratic Representative from California who is not seeking re-election but is running for governor.

Tony Gonzales

Republican Representative from Texas who is also not seeking re-election.

Byron Donalds

Republican Representative from Florida who has vowed to vote in favor of measures to expel Swalwell and Gonzales.

Ro Khanna

Democratic Representative from California who has called for investigations into the claims against Swalwell and Gonzales.

Thomas Massie

Republican Representative from Kentucky who co-sponsored the Epstein Files Transparency Act with Khanna.

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What they’re saying

“That vote comes to the floor, I will be voting yes on both measures. These allegations are despicable and they demean the integrity of Congress.”

— Byron Donalds, Representative

“Whatever in terms of the House has to happen, should happen to not just Swalwell, but also some of the Republicans like Tony Gonzales and others.”

— Ro Khanna, Representative

What’s next

The House is expected to vote on measures to hold Swalwell and Gonzales accountable in the coming days.

The takeaway

The bipartisan calls for the expulsion of Swalwell and Gonzales highlight the ongoing reckoning over sexual misconduct in Congress and the challenges the institution faces in policing its own members. The situation raises questions about the integrity of the legislative branch and the need for stronger accountability measures.