Swalwell is urged to quit California governor's race, resign from Congress
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Fellow Democrats are abandoning Eric Swalwell’s campaign for California governor in droves after allegations surfaced that he sexually assaulted a former staffer,.
A growing number are urging the congressman both to quit the race and resign his seat in Congress.
Swalwell has denied the allegations, which he has said “are absolutely false.” They surfaced after he became a leading contender in the race for California governor to replace outgoing Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Among those demanding Swalwell’s resignation are fellow California Reps.
Jared Huffman, Ro Khanna and Sam Liccardo.
Swalwell’s gubernatorial campaign did not immediately respond to an email from The Associated Press seeking comment
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