FBI seizes Swalwell's devices, executes warrants in sexual misconduct probe

FBI agents executed search warrants targeting former Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and seized his electronic devices, two sources told CBS News.

• Aug 20

California gubernatorial candidates address Swalwell fallout in Sacramento forum

The California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosted the first gubernatorial candidate forum since the fallout from the Eric Swalwell scandal​, bringing six candidates together in a packed Sacramento ballroom.

• Apr 14

Latest Eric Swalwell accuser alleges he drugged and raped her

Lonna Drewes came forward Tuesday with the allegations after the California Democrat announced he would resign from Congress.

• Apr 14

Special election to fill Eric Swalwell's California congressional seat set by Gov. Newsom

California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday set the date for a special election to fill Eric Swalwell's congressional seat after his resignation following multiple sexual assault allegations.

• Apr 14

2 Swalwell accusers discuss his downfall and the fear of coming forward

Annika Albrecht, Ally Sammarco and influencer Cheyenne Hunt, who helped get their stories out, spoke with CBS News about the unraveling of the Democratic congressman's political career.

• Apr 14

Fallout from Swalwell scandal grows as lawmakers eye House expulsion votes

The political crisis surrounding Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell is rapidly escalating into a broader bipartisan showdown that could reshape the makeup of the House.

• Apr 13

N.Y. prosecutors investigating sexual assault allegations against Eric Swalwell

A former staffer of Rep. Eric Swalwell said he allegedly forced himself on her after they met for drinks in New York in 2024.

• Apr 12

Swalwell ends bid for California governor amid sexual assault allegations

Swalwell faced pressure from his own party to drop out of the race after a former staffer accused him of sexually assaulting her when she was too drunk to consent.

• Apr 12

Dems call on Swalwell to drop out of gov race amid sexual assault allegations

The woman alleged the California gubernatorial candidate sexually assaulted her twice when she was too drunk to consent.

• Apr 11

Eric Swalwell's landlord says he lives in California after Tom Steyer questioned his eligibility to run for governor

Rep. Eric Swalwell's landlord submitted a sworn declaration that he lives at her California property after rival gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer questioned his residency and eligibility to run for governor, CBS News California has exclusively learned.

• Mar 10

Rams WR Puka Nacua apologizes for antisemitic gesture, adds more controversy after career game

Los Angeles Rams receiver Puka Nacua's tumultuous Thursday started with an apology, and ended with more controversial remarks.

• Dec 18, 2025

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell running for California governor

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell, who has been a leading critic of the Trump administration, announced on Thursday that he is running for governor of California in the 2026 election.

• Nov 21, 2025