Federal agents seize devices from ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell in sexual misconduct probe, AP source says
Federal agents have seized electronic devices from former U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell as part of an ongoing investigation into sexual misconduct allegations. Swalwell, who resigned from Congress in April, faces multiple accusations of assault and inappropriate behavior.
Why it matters
The escalation of a federal investigation into a former high-profile lawmaker highlights the serious nature of the allegations and the potential for future legal consequences.
WASHINGTON — 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.
Swalwell's devices were seized at the San Francisco airport on Saturday and agents executed a search warrant at his home a day later, said the person, who was not authorized to publicly discuss an ongoing investigation and spoke on the condition of anonymity.
A message seeking comment was left Thursday with an attorney for Swalwell, who has denied allegations of sexual assault and misconduct. The Daily Mail first reported the seizure of Swalwell's devices on Thursday.
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