US lawmaker resigns over sexual misconduct allegations

Democratic Representative Eric Swalwell announced his resignation from Congress on Monday over allegations of sexual misconduct. Swalwell, who had been a candidate for governor of California, expressed regret in a statement on his X account while denying serious allegations made against him. His troubles escalated after reports detailed accusations from four women, including a former staff member who claimed he sexually assaulted her twice while she was too intoxicated to consent.