The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office is investigating former Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell on suspicion of sexual misconduct, The Hill reported. The DA’s office confirmed the investigation to the outlet, though the specific allegations and legal classification of the suspected offense have not been disclosed.
What’s known
Swalwell represented California’s East Bay congressional district from 2013 until January 2025, when he left office after redistricting eliminated his seat. The DA’s office has not said what stage the investigation has reached. No charges have been filed.
The Hill first reported the probe after receiving confirmation directly from the DA’s office. The name of the alleged victim and the dates of the suspected incident have not been made public.
Who is Eric Swalwell
Swalwell represented the 15th Congressional District — covering the East Bay cities of Dublin, Pleasanton, Livermore and part of Hayward — for 12 years. He served on the House Intelligence Committee and was a prominent figure in the Democratic Party. In 2019, he briefly ran for president before dropping out of the race.
Swalwell previously drew scrutiny over his contacts with Christine Fang, a woman U.S. intelligence officials described as a suspected Chinese spy. The FBI briefed him on the matter in the early 2020s, after which he cut off contact with her. No charges were ever filed in connection with that episode.
Why it matters for the Bay Area
Swalwell was among the most recognizable federal officeholders in the East Bay for more than a decade. The fact that the investigation originates from the Los Angeles County DA — rather than prosecutors in his former district — suggests the alleged incident occurred in Southern California.
What comes next
According to The Hill, the investigation is ongoing. The DA’s office has not announced a timeline for potential hearings or said whether charges will be sought.