Manhattan DA opens criminal investigation into sexual assault allegations against Rep. Swalwell

The Manhattan District Attorney opened a criminal investigation on April 11, 2026 into sexual assault allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell. A former staffer had alleged Swalwell assaulted her in a New York hotel room in 2018. Three other women had separately alleged additional misconduct. The probe added criminal jeopardy to the House Ethics investigation already underway, accelerating calls for Swalwell's resignation.