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FBI raids home of former Rep. Eric Swalwell amid sexual misconduct probe

Created at 20 Aug · 5:01 PM3 sources↑ Market-relevant2 events
IN SHORT

Federal agents searched the Washington D.C. home of former California Democratic Representative Eric Swalwell and seized electronic devices from him at San Francisco International Airport as part of an investigation into sexual misconduct allegations. Swalwell resigned from Congress in April.

Key Numbers

2012year Eric Swalwell was first elected to Congress

Who's Involved

Eric Swalwell
Former Democratic Representative, subject of sexual misconduct investigation
FBI
Agency conducting the investigation and raid
Donald Trump
President, whom Swalwell was a prominent antagonist of

↳ Why This Matters

The FBI raid and ongoing investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against a former member of Congress highlight the legal scrutiny faced by public figures and the potential consequences of alleged misconduct.

Key facts

  • The FBI raided the Washington D.C. home of former Democratic Representative Eric Swalwell.
  • The raid is part of an investigation into sexual misconduct claims against Swalwell.
  • FBI agents seized electronic devices from Swalwell at San Francisco International Airport.
  • Swalwell resigned his seat in Congress in April.
  • Four women have accused Swalwell of sexual misconduct, including sexual assault and sending unsolicited explicit images.

The FBI raided the Washington D.C. home of former Democratic Representative Eric Swalwell as part of an investigation into sexual misconduct claims against him. Federal agents reportedly seized electronic devices from Swalwell at San Francisco International Airport and searched his home last weekend. Swalwell resigned his seat in Congress in April after four women accused him of sexual misconduct, including sexual assault and sending unsolicited explicit images. Swalwell has apologized for "mistakes in judgment" but stated the allegations are false and vowed to fight them. The U.S. Department of Justice opened an investigation into the legislator following his resignation. Swalwell, first elected to Congress in 2012, gained national prominence as a critic of President Donald Trump.

Frequently asked questions

Four women have accused Eric Swalwell of sexual misconduct, ranging from sexual assault to sending unsolicited explicit images. He has also faced allegations of illegally employing a Brazilian nanny.

The FBI raided Swalwell's home in Washington D.C. and seized electronic devices from him at San Francisco International Airport as part of their investigation into the sexual misconduct claims.

Swalwell has apologized for "mistakes in judgment" but has stated the allegations are false and vowed to fight them.

What Happens Next

01A lawyer for Swalwell did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
02Local law enforcement in New York and Los Angeles continue their investigations.
03The U.S. Department of Homeland Security continues its review of employment allegations.

How It Developed

The FBI raided the home of Eric Swalwell as part of a sexual misconduct investigation.
FBI agents seized electronic devices from Eric Swalwell at an airport and raided his home.
Federal agents searched the Washington D.C. home of Eric Swalwell amid an ongoing law enforcement investigation into sexual assault allegations.
Federal agents seized electronic devices from Swalwell at the San Francisco airport.
Swalwell resigned from Congress following multiple allegations of sexual assault and misconduct.
The US Department of Justice opened an investigation into Swalwell following his resignation.

Sources

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FBI seizes former Congressman Eric Swalwell's devices and searches his home as part of investigationBBC News
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FBI raids Democrat Swalwell's home in sexual-misconduct investigation, source saysReuters
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FBI raids Eric Swalwell’s home amid sexual assault claims inquiry – reportThe Guardian

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