Swalwell’s fall from grace sparks Democrat rush to return campaign contributions amid scrutiny Following allegations of sexual misconduct, numerous Democratic incumbents and candidates in the House and Senate are returning campaign contributions received from Rep. Eric Swalwell’s PAC. Republicans are criticizing Democrats who have not yet returned the funds, while some Democrats are donating the money to charities that support victims of sexual assault. The House Ethics Committee has also announced an investigation into Swalwell amid these allegations.

• Several Democratic candidates and incumbents are returning campaign donations from Rep. Eric Swalwell’s PAC.
• The donations are being returned following allegations of sexual assault against Swalwell, which led to his resignation from Congress.
• Republicans have urged Democrats to return the funds and criticized those who have been slow to do so.
• Many Democrats are donating the returned money to charities that benefit sexual assault victims.
• The House Ethics Committee is investigating Swalwell for alleged sexual misconduct.
• Democrats, including the DCCC, have pushed back against Republican criticism by pointing to Republicans who have accepted money from figures facing their own controversies.