Eric Swalwell denies inappropriate conduct amid rampant online rumors
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“Eric Swalwell has broken his silence about online rumors that have swirled for days alleging inappropriate contact with female staffers.”
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“The East Bay congressman and Democratic frontrunner in the governor’s race slammed the allegations as a fake rumor designed to derail his candidacy weeks before voting begins in the June 2 primary election.”
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“The unverified rumor of inappropriate conduct was circulated by Cheyenne Hunt, a Democratic Gen Z activist and former congressional candidate.”
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“In a series of videos posted to TikTok, Hunt claimed she was working with a group of women who had experienced misconduct by Swalwell, alluding to a press report that she said could publish soon.”
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“The congressman has led the Democratic field in recent polls and racked up endorsements from fellow lawmakers and powerful unions like SEIU California, California Teachers Association and California Professional Firefighters.”
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