Manhattan DA opens investigation into allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell

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The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office has opened up an investigation involving a sexual assault allegation against Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.).

Multiple women have come forward with sexual misconduct claims against Swalwell, including one who said he assaulted her in a New York hotel room.

Swalwell, who is running for governor of California, has denied the allegations.

NBC News’ Liz Kreutz has the latest.