Fifth woman accuses former US lawmaker Eric Swalwell of sexual misconduct
Swalwell has denied allegations of wrongdoing. But on Monday, he announced he would resign from Congress, one day after suspending his [gubernatorial campaign](/amp/news/2026/4/12/abuse-allegations-against-lead-democrat-shake-race-for-california-governor).
Polls had shown the 45-year-old leading the race