Two House Members Resign Amid Misconduct Allegations

Two U.S. House members, Democrat Eric Swalwell of California and Republican Tony Gonzales of Texas, announced their resignations from Congress on Monday amid separate allegations of sexual misconduct involving former staff members.

Swalwell, who has represented California's 14th Congressional District since 2013, stated he would step down to avoid distracting his constituents from their needs, following reports last week from the San Francisco Chronicle and CNN detailing accusations from four women. One former staffer alleged that Swalwell raped her in 2019 and 2024 while she was too intoxicated to consent, a claim he has denied and vowed to contest. Other women accused him of sending unsolicited nude photos and graphic messages. Swalwell, who suspended his campaign for California governor over the weekend, issued a statement expressing regret for past errors in judgment while emphasizing the importance of due process. "I am deeply sorry to my family, staff and constituents for mistakes in judgment I've made in my past," he said. "I will fight the serious, false allegation made against me. However, I must take responsibility for the mistakes I did make." He noted awareness of...