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Eric Swalwell’s downfall, explained

The accusations that forced out the frontrunner in California’s governor race — and could push him from Congress next.

Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) suspended his campaign for California governor on Sunday after a series of disturbing accusations of sexual misconduct. The scandal had drawn a fierce response from Democrats nationwide as they tried to force him out and keep the fallout contained.

Just days ago, Swalwell was one of the frontrunners in a crowded primary field to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom — a job with immense political and policy clout, and a potentially star-making role in American politics. Instead, Swalwell now finds himself almost completely isolated, with some Democrats even calling for his expulsion from Congress.

Who is Eric Swalwell?

The 45-year-old is a politically generic Democrat whose takedowns of Trump on cable news and social media made him popular in Resistance circles. You might also remember his extremely short-lived presidential run in the 2020 cycle.

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