Resignations of Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales Set Up Special Election Fights in Texas and California
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Two congressmen, Eric Swalwell of California and Tony Gonzales of Texas, resigned amid sexual misconduct allegations, intensifying the political contest between California and Texas for House control.
- California Governor Gavin Newsom promptly scheduled a special election for Swalwell's seat, while Texas Governor Greg Abbott plans to announce a date for Gonzales's seat later.
- Swalwell officially resigned effective immediately, acknowledging mistakes but denying the sexual assault allegations, and had been a candidate for California governor.
- Both resignations followed pressure from accusations by female former staff members, with Gonzales accused of a coercive sexual relationship linked to a woman's subsequent suicide.
