California accuser details alleged 2018 assault on Swalwell
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Los Angeles — On Tuesday Lonna Drewes said during a Los Angeles news conference that Rep. Eric Swalwell raped her in 2018 in a Southern California hotel, alleging she had one glass of wine, believes her drink was drugged, and that she lost consciousness; she said she did not consent and plans to report the incident to law enforcement.
Los Angeles — On Tuesday Lonna Drewes said during a Los Angeles news conference that Rep. Eric Swalwell raped her in 2018 in a Southern California hotel, alleging she had one glass of wine, believes her drink was drugged, and that she lost consciousness; she said she did not consent and plans to report the incident to law enforcement.
This week Swalwell ended his California gubernatorial campaign on Sunday and announced his resignation from Congress on Tuesday; his attorney issued categorical denials of the new claims, while media reporting noted at least six women have made misconduct allegations, and officials and advocates said accounts could lead to further inquiries or formal reports in the coming days.
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Timeline
- 1. 2018: Lonna Drewes alleges the assault occurred at a Southern California hotel.
- 2. Subsequent years: Multiple women publicly described alleged sexual misconduct by Swalwell, including accounts tied to his early career.
- 3. Prior weekend: Swalwell ended his California governor campaign (announced Sunday).
- 4. Tuesday: Swalwell announced and finalized his resignation from Congress on the House floor.
- 5. Tuesday morning: Lonna Drewes held a news conference and said she plans to report the alleged 2018 assault to law enforcement.
Why it matters
This story is about trust in public officials. It's a reminder to stay informed about the actions of those in power. You can do this by following local and national news. If you're concerned, contact your local representatives to voice your opinion.
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