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Commentary: Rumors, denials, then a pair of bombshells. And Eric Swalwell campaign is suddenly on the ropes

Latest development: San Francisco Chronicle publishes a detailed report alleging sexual encounters and possible assault by Swalwell while he led his staffer’s work years ago.
Swalwell strongly denies all wrongdoing, calling the allegations false and saying he never behaved inappropriately with staff.
The Chronicle report includes details of a woman who says the encounters began when she was 21 and worked for Swalwell in the East Bay.
Swalwell’s rivals accelerated attacks after the Chronicle story, with calls for him to quit the race from Antonio Villaraigosa and others.
Several backers and lawmakers reconsidered their support as the allegations circulated in political circles.
The Chronicle report cites additional women recounting varying forms of misconduct, including messages and nude photos.
Swalwell’s campaign framed the allegations as rumors aimed at derailing his frontrunner status in a tight governor’s race.
The Chronicle report noted that no civil lawsuit, criminal charge, or publicly filed ethics complaint had been identified as of early April.
The debate over the allegations intensified as more opponents and some endorsers reacted publicly.
Swalwell pledged to defend himself with the facts and pursue legal action where necessary.

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