Democrat Swalwell resigns from US Congress after assault claims
Swalwell had built a profile as one of President Donald Trump’s loudest critics, helping manage his second impeachment proceedings in 2021
www.moneycontrol.comEric Swalwell resigned from Congress in mid-April 2026 amid a House ethics probe and multiple misconduct allegations. Several outlets reported his resignation followed mounting calls for him to step down and the threat of an expulsion vote. He apologized for past mistakes while denying some of the accusations and said stepping down would allow him to focus on his constituents.[1][3][4]
Key points you might want to know:
- Timing: Public announcements in April 2026; resignation effective soon after the statements.[3][1]
- Context: Ethics investigation opened by the House Ethics Committee; separate investigations by Manhattan prosecutors were also noted in coverage.[2][1]
- Aftermath: The resignation left a narrow Republican majority in the House with ongoing debates about ethics investigations of multiple members.[4]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest updates or summaries from specific outlets (e.g., Politico, NBC, or AP) and provide a brief timeline with direct quotes.