Eric Swalwell.
American lawyer and politician (born 1980)
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What's happening
Active this week
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Political developments involving Xavier Becerra, Eric Swalwell, and Gavin Newsom, including a popularity poll comparing one's standing to the second coming of Jesus.Well supported6 reports
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Past investigations are setting precedents for current scrutiny involving Ilhan Omar, Eric Swalwell, and James Comey.Some support1 report
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The Associated Press reported on the resignation of Eric Swalwell.Some support4 reports
Earlier this month
One to three months ago
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Bill Pulte was tapped by Donald Trump to be acting director of national intelligence, leading probes into targets including Eric Swalwell and Adam Schiff.Well supported15 reports1 development inside
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A protest took place at Cypress Park on September 24, 2026, involving Eric Swalwell and his campaign chair, Jimmy Gomez.Some support1 report
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FBI builds a case around Eric Swalwell's involvement after Christine Fang is suspected of working for Beijing and funneling illegal donations.Well supported29 reports4 developments inside
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Christine Fang was Swalwell's point of contact for APAPA.Some support1 report
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Connie Chan is competing to succeed Nancy Pelosi, Aisha Wahab will serve out Eric Swalwell's term, and Gavin Newsom is terming out.Some support2 reports
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Ted Lieu criticized Eric Swalwell's political competence during a broadcast impacted by FCC threats.Some support1 report
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Trump continues the demolition of the East Wing while Eric Swalwell pledges to oppose the ballroom project.Some support1 report
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Aisha Wahab is seeking to replace the former U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell in the ongoing special election contest.Well supported17 reports5 developments inside
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Aisha Wahab is running to fill the term vacated by Eric Swalwell, representing various areas including Castro Valley, Fremont, Dublin, and Hayward.Some support2 reports
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Donald Trump and Eric Swalwell are subjects of political commentary.Some support1 report
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Criminal investigation opened in Los Angeles targeting Eric Swalwell, involving FBI monitoring during international travel from Frankfurt, and commentary from Kash Patel.Some support1 report
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Jamie Court is appointed president of Consumer Watchdog, and a partner shifts from Eric Swalwell's campaign.Some support4 reports
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Scrutiny intensified regarding Eric Swalwell and Fang Fang's alleged foreign intelligence contact and surveillance warrants.Some support2 reports
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The special election contest to replace Eric Swalwell is taking place in the 14th District, which includes the cities of Hayward and Fremont.Well supported5 reports
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Christine Fang allegedly facilitated conduit contributions to Eric Swalwell's campaigns.Some support1 report
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Eric Swalwell and Graham Platner, both political candidates, are currently facing media scrutiny regarding their personal conduct.Well supported8 reports2 developments inside
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A candidate, Vin Kruttiventi, who lost to Eric Swalwell in the 2024 primary, is currently seeking a council seat to address city priorities in Pleasanton.Some support1 report
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Eric Swalwell's seat is vacant due to his departure, and the Trump administration plans to end the roadless rule for logging in U.S. National Forests.Some support1 report
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Trump endorsed Byron Donalds for the GOP nomination and cited vulnerabilities in the US election system, coinciding with Swalwell's resignation.Some support1 report
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Christine Fang was reportedly targeted by a Bureau recruitment attempt on July 17th, coinciding with her gubernatorial run facing scandal.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Christine Fang campaigned for Eric Swalwell as an unpaid volunteer.Some support1 report
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Eric Swalwell alleges that the FBI tipped him off on May 27, 2026.Well supported4 reports
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Politicians including Eric Swalwell participated in public platforms and midterm races amidst personal scandals.Some support2 reports
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Christine Fang, Eric Swalwell, and Kash Patel filed detailed contacts with a suspected operative and threatened to release the files.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Aisha Wahab is a repeat candidate who replaced Eric Swalwell and may face Hernandez in November.Well supported5 reports3 developments inside
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The NRCC criticized Democrats regarding Eric Swalwell's donations, while FEC filings documented multiple PAC donations by Miller's PAC.Some support1 report
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Chad Bianco and Eric Swalwell are prominent political figures in San Diego County.Some support1 report
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Eric Swalwell engaged in a sexual relationship with Katie Miller, who previously worked as communications director for Mike Pence.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress amid sexual assault allegations, and the contest for his seat began.Well supported19 reports3 developments inside
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Hilton pressures Becerra in the ongoing gubernatorial race in California.Some support5 reports
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Both Eric Swalwell and Gonzales resigned from the House of Representatives amid misconduct allegations.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Swalwell and Gonzales resigned amid misconduct allegations, while Jeff Crank and Kat Cammack introduced legislation to crack down on staff misconduct.Some support1 report
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Institutional conduct standards are under scrutiny involving the House of Representatives and Eric Swalwell.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Speaker Johnson advocated for stricter staff vetting in the House of Representatives.Some support1 report
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FEC tracks Swalwell's campaign filings as he faces media scrutiny and pursues political goals, including a paid trip to the Middle East.Some support2 reports
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Eric Swalwell and Scott Wiener are facing public scrutiny over sexual misconduct allegations.Well supported4 reports
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Allegations of sexual misconduct and misuse of funds are surfacing, leading to political pressure from peers involving Eric Swalwell, Anna Paulina Luna, and Ruben Gallego.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Eric Swalwell and Elizabeth Warren criticized the legitimacy of the court.Some support1 report
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Aisha Wahab and Eric Swalwell are candidates for the 14th District seat, and they led redistricting efforts affecting Donald Trump's district.Well supported4 reports
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Donald Trump led efforts regarding redistricting that affected a specific seat.Some support2 reports
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PAC funds supported trips to Chicago for Eric Swalwell.Some support1 report
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A Super Bowl LVII event was held in a restaurant in Phoenix, Arizona, involving Eric Swalwell, Rick Smith, and Dina LaPolt, amid Politico scrutiny.Some support1 report
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FEC records show that Gallego used joint campaign funds with Eric Swalwell while campaigning as an Arizona Democrat.Well supported4 reports
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Eric Swalwell and Ruben Gallego used a shared political account for travel expenses.Some support1 report
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The FEC is scrutinizing campaign finance records of a senator regarding the use of PAC funds for travel to Disneyland and Chicago.Some support1 report
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The Federal Election Commission ordered Eric Swalwell to return campaign donations.Some support1 report
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The district represented by Eric Swalwell included Fremont on June 15, 2026.Well supported3 reports
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Donald Trump influenced the map used for a seat, involving Eric Swalwell.Some support1 report
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In a political development, Eric Swalwell was a member whose candidacy was affected, alongside scrutiny facing Democratic nominee Xavier Becerra.Some support1 report
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Eric Schickler noted Eric Swalwell's sharp turnaround in the race.Some support1 report
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Trump was endorsed by Steve Hilton, and Eric Swalwell's departure opened a path for Xavier Becerra.Well supported5 reports
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Steve Hilton's political campaign saw coalesced GOP support and sexual assault accusations before the primary.Well supported4 reports
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Eric Swalwell invoked Donald Trump's name to gain support during the primary season.Some support1 report
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Around Eric Swalwell this week
News at the entities that move Eric Swalwell most-
FBI StructuralYaroch, a former FBI employee, considered moving to Europe and lined up travel to Portugal.Moves Eric Swalwell
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Aisha Wahab OperationalAisha Wahab is running in a heavily Democratic district located in Contra Costa County.Moves Eric Swalwell
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Donald Trump OperationalNPR investigated a detention plan implemented by the Trump administration, involving DHS policy officials.Moves Eric Swalwell
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House StructuralAlyssa Farah Griffin and Joy Behar commented on the House's multitasking ability and questioned its priorities.Moves Eric Swalwell
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Bill Pulte OperationalBill Pulte's criticism affects the mortgage sector, leading to the classification of Fidelity National Financial and STC as title/real-estate services.Moves Eric Swalwell
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Graham Platner OperationalTrump's actions created political headwinds for Gina Hinojosa, and Graham Platner's removal allowed Collins to win.Moves Eric Swalwell
Connections
The 40 strongest of 109, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Aisha Wahab Operational
Aisha Wahab contested and subsequently succeeded Eric Swalwell for the U.S. House seat vacated by his resignation.
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Christine Fang Operational
The relationship involved alleged espionage, financial funneling, and a sexual affair, resulting in the political compromise of Eric Swalwell.
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Donald Trump Operational
A and B are engaged in active political rivalry, mutual influence, and political retaliation within the political sphere.
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House Structural
Eric Swalwell served as a member of the House of Representatives and resigned following misconduct allegations.
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Greenberg Traurig Transactional
Eric Swalwell engaged Greenberg Traurig to provide legal services.
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Gallego Operational
Gallego and Swalwell actively coordinate political efforts through a joint committee and shared campaign funds.
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Graham Platner Operational
Graham Platner and Eric Swalwell are political rivals actively competing for the vacant U.S. Senate seat.
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Congress Transactional
Eric Swalwell resigned from his Congressional seat following misconduct allegations.
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Gavin Newsom Operational
The individuals are actively competing in California gubernatorial races, with Swalwell seeking to replace Newsom.
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Federal Election Commission Structural
The FEC formally reviewed Swalwell's filings and issued an order requiring him to return campaign donations, maintaining ongoing financial oversight.
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Chinese Communist Party Operational
The CCP allegedly utilized a honeypot operation involving Swalwell to attempt infiltration and influence within the U.S. political system.
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Xavier Becerra Operational
Swalwell's political departures and bid failures directly benefit and boost Becerra's standing.
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Federal Bureau of Investigation Operational
The FBI has actively investigated and tracked Eric Swalwell regarding illegal political fundraising and intelligence matters.
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American Israel Public Affairs Committee Operational
AIPAC and its affiliated groups have historically supported and continue to influence Eric Swalwell's political career and prospects.
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Bill Pulte Operational
Bill Pulte is actively conducting targeted probes and investigations into Eric Swalwell.
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Anna Paulina Luna Operational
Luna actively influenced the political effort to remove Swalwell from office.
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Becerra Operational
Eric Swalwell's withdrawal from the race was observed to increase Becerra's political support.
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Steve Hilton Operational
The evidence places both individuals as active rivals engaged in a general election competition.
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FBI Structural
The FBI is conducting a counterintelligence investigation into Eric Swalwell, culminating in the serving of a search warrant.
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Karen Bass Operational
Swalwell's withdrawal and downfall directly influenced the outcome and selection process of the LA mayoral race involving Bass.
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Fang Fang Operational
Swalwell actively enabled Fang Fang in his office while Fang Fang attempted to influence Swalwell regarding travel to China.
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Chuck Edwards Operational
The relationship is characterized by active political competition between the two figures, which follows resignations due to misconduct.
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Tom Steyer Operational
The two individuals are actively competing against each other as rivals in a general election.
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Ruben Gallego Operational
Gallego and Swalwell formed a joint campaign committee before Gallego distanced himself following Swalwell's allegations.
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Fang Fang Operational
The relationship is characterized by a romantic connection used for political influence and is under investigation regarding foreign intelligence contact.
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Katie Miller Transactional
The relationship between the two individuals is described as a consensual sexual involvement.
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Adam Schiff Operational
Adam Schiff has actively used his platform to defend Eric Swalwell against political attacks and serious allegations.
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Peter Schweizer Operational
The relationship is characterized by Peter Schweizer actively criticizing Eric Swalwell's political actions as reckless.
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Lauren Boebert Operational
The relationship is characterized by critical engagement, specifically where Boebert publicly commented on Swalwell's political controversies.
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San Francisco Bay Area Shared context
Eric Swalwell served as the elected representative for the San Francisco Bay Area district.
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Jimmy Gomez Mentioned together
The relationship is based on shared media coverage of sexual misconduct allegations, a former campaign co-chair role, and current close friendship.
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Scott Wiener Mentioned together
Both politicians were mentioned together due to facing public scrutiny over sexual misconduct allegations.
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KTVU Mentioned together
KTVU published surveillance footage related to Eric Swalwell.
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house of representatives Structural
Eric Swalwell's conduct is subject to the institutional standards and scrutiny of the House of Representatives.
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Adam Gray Operational
Adam Gray provided political support and co-chaired Eric Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign.
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Kim Mentioned together
Kim cites Eric Swalwell's resignation as an example in their discourse.
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Nancy Pelosi Structural
Pelosi maintains Swalwell's membership on the Intelligence Committee.
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Gretchen Carlson Mentioned together
Both individuals were reported facing public scrutiny regarding sexual misconduct.
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Connie Chan Shared context
Both operate within the same competitive political ecosystem, evidenced by B's stated goal to succeed Nancy Pelosi.
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Elizabeth Warren Mentioned together
Both politicians are frequently mentioned together due to their shared criticism of the court's legitimacy.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventSeptember 2026
8 events- A protest took place at Cypress Park on September 24, 2026, involving Eric Swalwell and his campaign chair, Jimmy Gomez.
- Christine Fang was Swalwell's point of contact for APAPA.
- Connie Chan is competing to succeed Nancy Pelosi, Aisha Wahab will serve out Eric Swalwell's term, and Gavin Newsom is terming out.
- Ted Lieu criticized Eric Swalwell's political competence during a broadcast impacted by FCC threats.
- Trump continues the demolition of the East Wing while Eric Swalwell pledges to oppose the ballroom project.
- Aisha Wahab is running to fill the term vacated by Eric Swalwell, representing various areas including Castro Valley, Fremont, Dublin, and Hayward.
- Donald Trump and Eric Swalwell are subjects of political commentary.
- Criminal investigation opened in Los Angeles targeting Eric Swalwell, involving FBI monitoring during international travel from Frankfurt, and commentary from Kash Patel.
August 2026
15 events- Stephen Cloobeck immersed himself in Nevada politics, selling his timeshare company and throwing support behind Eric Swalwell.
- FBI builds a case around Eric Swalwell's involvement after Christine Fang is suspected of working for Beijing and funneling illegal donations.
- Scrutiny intensified regarding Eric Swalwell and Fang Fang's alleged foreign intelligence contact and surveillance warrants.
- Christine Fang allegedly facilitated conduit contributions to Eric Swalwell's campaigns.
- A candidate, Vin Kruttiventi, who lost to Eric Swalwell in the 2024 primary, is currently seeking a council seat to address city priorities in Pleasanton.
- Eric Swalwell's seat is vacant due to his departure, and the Trump administration plans to end the roadless rule for logging in U.S. National Forests.
- Trump endorsed Byron Donalds for the GOP nomination and cited vulnerabilities in the US election system, coinciding with Swalwell's resignation.
- Christine Fang was reportedly targeted by a Bureau recruitment attempt on July 17th, coinciding with her gubernatorial run facing scandal.
- Christine Fang campaigned for Eric Swalwell as an unpaid volunteer.
- Politicians including Eric Swalwell participated in public platforms and midterm races amidst personal scandals.
- Christine Fang, Eric Swalwell, and Kash Patel filed detailed contacts with a suspected operative and threatened to release the files.
- The NRCC criticized Democrats regarding Eric Swalwell's donations, while FEC filings documented multiple PAC donations by Miller's PAC.
- Chad Bianco and Eric Swalwell are prominent political figures in San Diego County.
- Eric Swalwell engaged in a sexual relationship with Katie Miller, who previously worked as communications director for Mike Pence.
- Hilton pressures Becerra in the ongoing gubernatorial race in California.
Show 2 earlier months
July 2026
7 events- Eric Swalwell and Graham Platner, both political candidates, are currently facing media scrutiny regarding their personal conduct.
- Both Eric Swalwell and Gonzales resigned from the House of Representatives amid misconduct allegations.
- Swalwell and Gonzales resigned amid misconduct allegations, while Jeff Crank and Kat Cammack introduced legislation to crack down on staff misconduct.
- Institutional conduct standards are under scrutiny involving the House of Representatives and Eric Swalwell.
- Speaker Johnson advocated for stricter staff vetting in the House of Representatives.
- FEC tracks Swalwell's campaign filings as he faces media scrutiny and pursues political goals, including a paid trip to the Middle East.
- Eric Swalwell and Scott Wiener are facing public scrutiny over sexual misconduct allegations.
June 2026
26 events- Political developments involving Xavier Becerra, Eric Swalwell, and Gavin Newsom, including a popularity poll comparing one's standing to the second coming of Jesus.
- The Associated Press reported on the resignation of Eric Swalwell.
- Bill Pulte was tapped by Donald Trump to be acting director of national intelligence, leading probes into targets including Eric Swalwell and Adam Schiff.
- Aisha Wahab is seeking to replace the former U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell in the ongoing special election contest.
- Jamie Court is appointed president of Consumer Watchdog, and a partner shifts from Eric Swalwell's campaign.
- The special election contest to replace Eric Swalwell is taking place in the 14th District, which includes the cities of Hayward and Fremont.
- Eric Swalwell alleges that the FBI tipped him off on May 27, 2026.
- Aisha Wahab is a repeat candidate who replaced Eric Swalwell and may face Hernandez in November.
- Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress amid sexual assault allegations, and the contest for his seat began.
- Allegations of sexual misconduct and misuse of funds are surfacing, leading to political pressure from peers involving Eric Swalwell, Anna Paulina Luna, and Ruben Gallego.
- Eric Swalwell and Elizabeth Warren criticized the legitimacy of the court.
- Aisha Wahab and Eric Swalwell are candidates for the 14th District seat, and they led redistricting efforts affecting Donald Trump's district.
- Donald Trump led efforts regarding redistricting that affected a specific seat.
- PAC funds supported trips to Chicago for Eric Swalwell.
- A Super Bowl LVII event was held in a restaurant in Phoenix, Arizona, involving Eric Swalwell, Rick Smith, and Dina LaPolt, amid Politico scrutiny.
- FEC records show that Gallego used joint campaign funds with Eric Swalwell while campaigning as an Arizona Democrat.
- Eric Swalwell and Ruben Gallego used a shared political account for travel expenses.
- The FEC is scrutinizing campaign finance records of a senator regarding the use of PAC funds for travel to Disneyland and Chicago.
- The Federal Election Commission ordered Eric Swalwell to return campaign donations.
- The district represented by Eric Swalwell included Fremont on June 15, 2026.
- Donald Trump influenced the map used for a seat, involving Eric Swalwell.
- In a political development, Eric Swalwell was a member whose candidacy was affected, alongside scrutiny facing Democratic nominee Xavier Becerra.
- Eric Schickler noted Eric Swalwell's sharp turnaround in the race.
- Trump was endorsed by Steve Hilton, and Eric Swalwell's departure opened a path for Xavier Becerra.
- Steve Hilton's political campaign saw coalesced GOP support and sexual assault accusations before the primary.
- Eric Swalwell invoked Donald Trump's name to gain support during the primary season.