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EPISODE · Apr 18, 2026 · 30 MIN

Swalwell Whispers, Rumors and the Long Liberal Silence

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1. Core Allegation Against Eric Swalwell Sexual assault and non-consensual contact Sending explicit messages/images An allegation of rape involving a former staffer One alleged incident is said to have occurred in 2018, another in 2024, with prosecutors reportedly reviewing at least one case. Swalwell denies the allegations, calling them false, but acknowledges “mistakes in judgment.” 2. Resignation and Investigations Swalwell resigned from Congress (effective April 14, 2026, per the text) citing distraction and looming expulsion efforts. The document claims multiple simultaneous investigations, including: A House Ethics Committee investigation A Manhattan District Attorney criminal probe A California local prosecutor review A Department of Homeland Security review related to an immigration/nanny issue No findings of wrongdoing are said to be officially announced yet in several of these probes. 3. Alleged Democratic Party Cover-Up A central theme is that Democratic Party leadership allegedly knew about Swalwell’s behavior for years but protected him. Action was only taken after polling showed he could endanger Democratic chances in the California governor’s race. The phrase “what did Democrats know and when did they know it?” is repeatedly emphasized as the core accusation. 4. Media and Insider Claims Journalists, activists, and political commentators are quoted claiming: Swalwell’s behavior toward women was “widely known” in political circles Stories were not published due to fear, lack of willing accusers, or litigation threats Critics argue that this failure to report put staffers and others at risk. 5. Escalation Through Public Accusations The document highlights a press conference in Los Angeles where a woman alleges: She was drugged, raped, and choked by Swalwell in a hotel room She claims contemporaneous documentation (journals, therapy records) Her legal team claims additional women are coming forward, potentially widening the case. 6. Nanny / Campaign Finance Controversy Separately, the text alleges: Swalwell employed a nanny whose visa had lapsed Childcare costs were possibly paid improperly or with campaign funds These claims are stated to originate from a controversial source and are under review, but have caused political damage regardless of outcome. 7. Political Fallout: California Governor’s Race The document frames Swalwell’s removal as a strategic move to protect Democratic control of California. Focus shifts to Tom Steyer, portrayed as: A billionaire attempting to “buy” the governor’s race Holding far-left positions (single-payer healthcare, abolishing ICE) This section is overtly political and contrasts Democratic candidates with Republican challengers. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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