Eric Swalwell's Brother Speaks Out on Sexual Assault Allegations

Joshua Swalwell says the claims have 'shattered' the family

Apr. 15, 2026 at 1:12am

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A dimly lit, cinematic office space with a lone desk and chair, the room bathed in warm, golden light streaming through a window, creating a sense of quiet contemplation and the personal toll of a high-profile political scandal.The Swalwell family grapples with the personal fallout of the sexual assault allegations against the former congressman.Los Angeles Today

Eric Swalwell's brother Joshua has broken his silence on the sexual assault allegations surrounding the former congressman, saying the situation has 'shattered' the family. Joshua, one of Eric's three younger brothers, said the family is working to put out a statement but wants to make sure they are 'all aligned' given the 'big deal and very sensitive' nature of the claims.

Why it matters

The allegations against Eric Swalwell, a prominent Democratic politician, have rocked his family and raised questions about his conduct and the potential fallout for his political career. Joshua's comments provide a rare glimpse into the personal impact on the Swalwell family as they grapple with the scandal.

The details

Joshua Swalwell, who lives in Florida and works in the fitness industry, said he recently spoke to his brother 'very briefly' but hasn't had a lengthy conversation with him. He said the family is working to put out a statement, adding 'it's killing me not to have said something already' but they want to be 'sensitive to everybody involved.' Rumors about Swalwell's alleged improper behavior with women began swirling last week, before news broke of claims that he raped a former staffer and other women accused him of lewd acts. Swalwell has denied the 'false, fabricated, and deeply offensive' allegations.

  • The sexual assault allegations against Eric Swalwell surfaced in early April 2026.
  • Swalwell resigned from Congress on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

The players

Eric Swalwell

A former Democratic congressman from California who has been accused of sexual assault and rape by multiple women.

Joshua Swalwell

Eric Swalwell's brother, who lives in Florida and works in the fitness industry.

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What they’re saying

“It's just awful. The family is devastated. This whole thing is horrible no matter how you look at it all around.”

— Joshua Swalwell, Eric Swalwell's brother

“When it's appropriate, we will definitely do so. It's killing me not to have said something already. I just want to make sure that we're all aligned. It's a big deal and very sensitive. We want to be sensitive to everybody involved.”

— Joshua Swalwell, Eric Swalwell's brother

What’s next

The Swalwell family is expected to release a statement addressing the allegations in the coming days.

The takeaway

The sexual assault claims against Eric Swalwell have deeply impacted his family, with his brother Joshua expressing the devastation they are feeling. The situation highlights the personal toll of high-profile political scandals and the need for sensitivity as the allegations are further investigated.