Eric Swalwell resigns from Congress

Eric Swalwell's political career has collapsed rapidly following accusations from four women ranging from sexual harassment to rape.

The seven-term congressman, once considered a frontrunner to succeed Governor Gavin Newsom, stated he would step down to fight the 'false allegations' while apologizing for past mistakes in judgment.

The House Ethics Committee has formally opened an investigation into his conduct, and several battleground Democrats have already begun redirecting his campaign donations to charity.

His exit significantly reshapes the landscape for the California gubernatorial race and leaves a vacant seat in a deeply Democratic district.