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RandySF

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Sun Apr 12, 2026, 02:34 AM 10 hrs ago

Manhattan DA launches investigation into sexual assault allegation against Eric Swalwell

The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office said Saturday it is investigating an allegation of sexual assault against Rep. Eric Swalwell, a day after CNN reported that a former staffer for the California Democrat accused him of having sex with her when she was unable to consent.

“We urge survivors and anyone with knowledge of these allegations to contact our Special Victims Division at 212-335-9373,” the DA’s office said in a statement to CNN. “Our specially trained prosecutors, investigators and counselors are well-equipped to help you in a trauma-informed, survivor-centered manner.”

CNN has reached out to Swalwell’s attorney for comment.

The former staffer told CNN that she was heavily intoxicated after a night of drinking with Swalwell in New York City in April 2024, when she woke up to him having sex with her in his hotel bed.




https://www.cnn.com/2026/04/11/politics/manhattan-da-investigation-eric-swalwell

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Manhattan DA launches investigation into sexual assault allegation against Eric Swalwell (Original Post) RandySF 10 hrs ago OP
EPSTEIN Whip-poor-will 6 hrs ago #1

Whip-poor-will

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1. EPSTEIN
Sun Apr 12, 2026, 06:09 AM
6 hrs ago

I guess they wrapped the investigation and trail of Epstein and associates ,what a trail the rape tape stole the show.

There's a difference between drunks and child rapist and their victim.

Go for the worse first just don't mention trump

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