Former Congressman Eric Swalwell has recently come under intense scrutiny following allegations of sexual misconduct, including accusations from multiple women that he drugged and assaulted them. A notable claim involves Lonna Drewes, who alleges that Swalwell sexually assaulted her at a Beverly Hills hotel in July 2018, with campaign records revealing payments to the hotel around the same time. Swalwell, who previously ran for president and the California governor's race, denied these allegations and resigned from Congress amid the controversy.

The allegations extend to investigations on both coasts, with authorities in New York and Los Angeles actively examining the cases. The House Ethics Committee has initiated a probe, and the FBI has urged witnesses and victims to come forward. Legal experts suggest some evidence may support the victims’ claims, and prosecutors are requesting more information, signaling potential further legal action. Swalwell's resignation and retreat from political life reflect the gravity of these allegations, which include accusations from a former staffer and a former model, sparking wide-reaching repercussions within the political landscape.