AP report: Federal agents seize devices from ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell in sexual misconduct probe
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.
Federal agents seized electronic devices from former US Congressman Eric Swalwell and searched his Washington DC home as part of an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct. According to PBS NewsHour, a person familiar with the matter confirmed the search. The devices were seized at an airport, with CBS News and The Guardian US reporting that it was the San Francisco airport.
Swalwell, a former Democratic congressman from California, has faced multiple allegations of sexual misconduct, including accusations of rape and sending unsolicited nude photographs. His attorney, Sara Azari, has previously denied the allegations, calling them "fabricated" and a "calculated and transparent political hit job".
The investigation into Swalwell is being conducted by federal agents, with the Manhattan District Attorney's Office and Los Angeles Sheriff's Department also involved in a separate criminal investigation.
Brief written by urgent.news from PBS NewsHour, KahawaTungu, CBS News, The Guardian US, The Hill — 5 reports on this story. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
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