Bill Maher Criticizes Swalwell Amid Resignation Over Allegations

Comedian Bill Maher sharply criticized former U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell on Friday's episode of his HBO show "Real Time," calling the California Democrat a "fucking creep" and revealing that he had long harbored suspicions about him despite hosting Swalwell as a guest multiple times. The remarks came amid a rapidly unfolding scandal that has derailed Swalwell's political career, prompting his resignation from Congress and the suspension of his campaign for California governor.

Swalwell, a former prominent figure in Democratic politics and a frequent cable news commentator during the Trump administration, stepped down from his House seat earlier this week following a series of public allegations of sexual misconduct. Several women have accused him of harassment and, in some cases, assault, including claims involving inappropriate behavior toward interns and unwanted advances over the course of his career. Swalwell has acknowledged some past mistakes but denied the more serious accusations of assault. The allegations, which reportedly circulated as whispers among political insiders for years, gained widespread attention this month, leading to his swift exit from public office.