Eric Swalwell resigns from Congress

Democratic Representative Eric Swalwell has announced his resignation from the House following multiple allegations of sexual misconduct.

The California lawmaker, who also suspended his gubernatorial campaign, apologized for past mistakes in judgment while denying some of the specific claims.

The decision follows the opening of an investigation by the House Ethics Committee and growing calls for his expulsion.

His exit adds fresh uncertainty to the race for California governor as rivals scramble to pick up his former supporters.