Eric Swalwell Denies Allegations of Inappropriate Staff Relationships

The campaign of U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell, a leading Democratic candidate for governor of California, denied allegations on April 7, 2026, that the congressman engaged in inappropriate relationships with young congressional staff members.

Micah Beasley, a spokesman for Rep. Swalwell, denounced the claims, describing them as a false, outrageous rumor intended to impact the election. According to the campaign, these allegations are being circulated by political opponents and conspiracy theorists 27 days before the start of the election.

The denials follow weeks of online speculation and increasing reports from social media influencers, Washington, D.C. Insiders, and Democratic strategists. These allegations suggested that Swalwell acted sexually inappropriately with young women and required them to sign nondisclosure agreements (NDAs).

Campaign Response to NDA and Ethics Claims

In a statement first reported by Politico, Beasley specifically addressed the claims regarding the use of nondisclosure agreements. He stated that during Swalwell’s 13 years of service in Congress, no individual in his congressional office has ever been asked to sign an NDA.

The campaign further asserted that there have been no ethics complaints lodged against the congressman by staff members from his own office or any other office throughout his tenure in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Political Context and Background

Rep. Eric Swalwell, 45, is currently the U.S. Representative for California’s 14th congressional district, a position he has held since 2023. Previously, he represented California’s 15th district from 2013 to 2023. He is seeking to replace the termed-out governor of California.

Before his tenure in Congress, Swalwell served on the Dublin City Council from December 7, 2010, to January 3, 2013. His professional background includes work as a deputy district attorney in Alameda County and legal education from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and the University of Maryland, College Park.

The Los Angeles Times reported that it has not independently corroborated the reports of inappropriate behavior. Rep. Swalwell did not respond to requests for comment regarding the allegations.