Eric SwalwellAlvin BraggU.S. Department of JusticeManhattan District Attorney's OfficeFederal Bureau of Investigation

Federal agents seize devices from former Rep. Eric Swalwell in sexual misconduct probe; Manhattan DA's office confirmed investigation in April

PBS20 August 2026 · 21:02 UTC
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“The probe stems from a former staffer's allegation that Swalwell raped her at a New York City hotel during a 2024 charity gala. Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg's office has encouraged survivors to contact its Special Victims Division.”
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“Federal agents seized electronic devices from former Rep. Eric Swalwell and searched his Washington home as part of an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct by the ex-Democratic congressman from California, according to a person familiar with the matter.”
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FBI seized former Rep. Eric Swalwell's phone and raided his Washington, D.C. home in sexual misconduct probe
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FBI seized former Rep. Eric Swalwell's phone and raided his Washington, D.C. home in sexual misconduct probe

The FBI seized former Rep. Eric Swalwell’s phone Saturday and raided his home in Washington, D.C., as part of an investigation into sexual misconduct allegations.

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  • The FBI seized former Rep. Eric Swalwell’s phone Saturday and raided his home in Washington, D.C., as part of an investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against him, a person familiar with the matter told MS NOW.
  • One woman who accused him of sexual assault confirmed to MS NOW that she was interviewed by the FBI about the matter earlier this year.
  • The FBI confirmed that it is investigating allegations from Lonna Drewes, who described herself as Swalwell’s former friend, that he drugged and raped her in a West Hollywood hotel room.
  • Arick Fudali, attorney for Lonna Drewes, said they are 'encouraged to learn about the escalation of the FBI’s investigation' and will 'continue to cooperate with any and all law enforcement agencies pursuing this matter in our fight for justice.'
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