Federal authorities have intensified their investigation into former Democratic Representative Eric Swalwell, executing searches that included the seizure of electronic devices. Agents intercepted Swalwell at the San Francisco airport on Saturday and conducted a follow-up raid at his Washington, DC, residence the following day. These actions are part of a broader federal probe into multiple allegations of sexual misconduct directed at the former lawmaker.
Swalwell, who resigned from his congressional seat and withdrew from his gubernatorial campaign in April, has consistently denied all accusations of wrongdoing. He did not provide an immediate statement following the weekend searches, and the FBI has declined to comment on the ongoing investigative steps. The activity follows previous reports from various outlets detailing claims of misconduct, which also triggered criminal inquiries by the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office and the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department.
Among the allegations is a 2024 incident involving a former staffer who claimed that Swalwell assaulted her while she was heavily intoxicated. The woman described a harrowing encounter, stating, “I was pushing him off of me, saying no. He didn’t stop,” and noted that she was left bruised and bleeding after the incident. This account is one of several, with three additional women alleging that the former congressman engaged in inappropriate behavior, including the transmission of unsolicited explicit messages and nude photographs.
The scope of the investigation appears extensive, with four women confirming they have been interviewed by federal agents regarding their interactions with Swalwell. Beyond these specific claims, more than a dozen other women have described a pattern of behavior over the past decade that made them uncomfortable, ranging from unwanted social media contact to in-person encounters and alleged attempts to lure individuals to his hotel room. Many of those who have come forward have requested anonymity, citing concerns regarding potential professional retaliation. The report also notes that the FBI’s raid was first reported by the Daily Mail. The report also notes that holmes Lybrand contributed to this report.