In brief
Federal agents raided the California residence of former U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell in a high‑profile investigation into sexual misconduct allegations. Swalwell, who quit the governor’s race and vacated his congressional seat, was previously stopped at an airport in August, where electronic devices were seized and his Washington, D.C., home was searched. The veteran politician maintains that the claims are fabricated, a view echoed by his attorney. The FBI’s actions underscore the seriousness of the allegations, and further details are expected as the probe continues.
FBI officers raided the California home of former Congressman Eric Swalwell as part of an investigation into sexual misconduct allegations that have forced him to abandon his congressional seat and withdraw from the governor’s race.
Earlier this year, the allegations emerged from several women, including claims that he forced a victim to consent while she was incapacitated and that he sent unsolicited nude photographs to multiple women. Swalwell has denied any wrongdoing, calling the accusations "fabricated" and a political attack.
In August, federal agents intercepted Swalwell at an airport in Washington, D.C., seized his electronic devices, and subsequently raided his house in Washington, D.C. The latest raid in California is seen as a continuation of that effort to gather evidence.
The Department of Justice has been asked for comment. The investigation remains ongoing, and more details will be released as they become available.
