Manhattan DA Investigates Rep. Eric Swalwell for Sexual Assault Allegation

The Manhattan DA opened a criminal investigation into Rep. Eric Swalwell.

“The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office said Saturday it is investigating an allegation of sexual assault against Rep”

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A former staffer accused him of sexual assault when she was too intoxicated to consent.

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Three additional women accused Swalwell of other misconduct.

Swalwell denied all allegations, calling them flat false and politically motivated.

The investigation erupted weeks before California's June 2 primary.

The accuser described a pattern of escalating sexual misconduct.

She recounted two incidents of sexual assault when she was too intoxicated to consent.

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She texted a friend that she was sexually assaulted.

Swalwell's attorney sent her a cease-and-desist letter.

The letter claimed her credibility was fatally undermined by her voluntary relationship with Swalwell.

Prominent Democrats called for Swalwell to end his campaign.

“The Manhattan District Attorney's Office says it is investigating an allegation that Rep”

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Major endorsements were withdrawn.

Swalwell's campaign chairman resigned.

The controversy upended the governor's race weeks before the primary.

Republican candidates Hilton and Bianco led in the overall field.

Swalwell denied the allegations in a video.

He apologized to his wife for mistakes in judgment.

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His attorney threatened legal action against accusers.

The Manhattan DA investigation is ongoing.

The state primary is on June 2.