Eric Swalwell faces sexual assault inquiry

The allegations, which Swalwell has denied, have triggered a bipartisan wave of calls for his expulsion from the House of Representatives.

More than 50 former staffers have signed a letter denouncing his alleged behavior as 'serious and credible.' In addition to the assault claims, the Department of Homeland Security is reportedly probing allegations that Swalwell illegally employed an undocumented nanny.

The scandal has upended the California gubernatorial race, with former allies and prominent Democrats withdrawing their support.