California gubernatorial hopeful Eric Swalwell has been accused of sexual assault by multiple women, including a former congressional staffer.
Swalwell, a 45-year-old Democrat, has denied the allegations, suggesting they are politically motivated.
As the news broke, he immediately sent an emotional message to his wife, apologizing for his mistakes.
The allegations have intensified scrutiny on Swalwell, with multiple women accusing him of sexual misconduct.
According to a report by CNN, a former staffer alleged that Swalwell raped her during a 2024 encounter, years after she had left his office.
Swalwell has been married to Brittany Watts and has three children.
He has been endorsed by several prominent Democrats, but the allegations have led to a swift backlash, with Adam Schiff withdrawing his endorsement and urging Swalwell to exit the race.
