sexual assault allegations

Supporters flee Swalwell’s governor campaign amid allegations of sexual assault

Update April 13, 2026 - Rep. Swalwell has suspended his gubernatorial campaign. He denies the allegations, but admits to errors in judgement that he says should be between him and his wife.

By Jeanne Kuang and Yue Stella Yu, CalMatters

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Photo:  U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell speaks to a crowd during a town hall he hosted at the Fresno Convention & Entertainment Center in downtown Fresno on Dec. 15, 2025. Photo by Larry Valenzuela, CalMatters/CatchLight Local

April 10, 2026 (Fresno) - Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell, one of the leading candidates for California governor, came under increasing pressure Friday to drop out of the race following a report by the San Francisco Chronicle that he sexually assaulted a former female staffer. Swalwell denied the allegations.


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CHAIR OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY TAKES LEAVE OVER ASSAULT CLAIM

Update July 31, 2024:  Rendon has withdrawn his lawsuit and issued a joint statement with Rodriguez-Kennedy, who is now cleared of all wrongdoing.  

By Chris Jennewein, Times of San Diego, a member of the San Diego Online News Association

Photo:  Will Rodriguez-Kennedy. Photo by Chris Jennewein

May 7, 2022 (San Diego) - The chair of the San Diego County Democratic Party revealed Friday he will take a leave of absence amid reported allegations of assault.