{"id":193860,"date":"2026-04-12T01:12:01","date_gmt":"2026-04-12T01:12:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/193860\/"},"modified":"2026-04-12T01:12:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-12T01:12:01","slug":"manhattan-da-probes-swalwell-after-assault-claim","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/193860\/","title":{"rendered":"Manhattan DA Probes Swalwell After Assault Claim"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"submission-link-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Manhattan%2C+NY&amp;city=Manhattan&amp;type=Update+Existing+Story&amp;headline=Manhattan+DA+Probes+Swalwell+After+Assault+Claim&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fny%2Fmanhattan%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F11%2Fmanhattan-da-probes-swalwell-after-assault-claim%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got story updates? Submit your updates here. \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/69dac6562298d.jpg\" alt=\"A dimly lit office space with a lone desk and chair, the scene reflecting the gravity of a political investigation through its quiet, pensive mood and long shadows across the floor.\" width=\"1344\" height=\"768\" class=\"news-image\"\/>A somber political investigation casts a long shadow over a rising Democratic star&#8217;s gubernatorial ambitions.Manhattan Today<\/p>\n<p>The Manhattan district attorney&#8217;s office is examining a claim that Representative Eric Swalwell, a Democratic candidate for governor in California, assaulted a woman in New York City in 2024. The investigation is in the early stages, and no charges have been filed.<\/p>\n<p>        Why it matters<\/p>\n<p>Swalwell, a former presidential candidate, is seen as a rising star in the Democratic party. The allegation, if proven true, could significantly impact his gubernatorial campaign and political future.<\/p>\n<p>                The details<\/p>\n<p>The alleged incident took place in Manhattan in 2024, but few other details have been made public. The district attorney&#8217;s office has not commented on the specifics of the investigation or the identity of the accuser.<\/p>\n<p>        The alleged assault occurred in 2024 in New York City.<\/p>\n<p>          The players<\/p>\n<p>          Eric Swalwell<\/p>\n<p>A Democratic U.S. Representative from California who is running for governor.<\/p>\n<p>Manhattan District Attorney&#8217;s Office<\/p>\n<p>The local prosecutor&#8217;s office in New York City that is investigating the allegation against Swalwell.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Manhattan%2C+NY&amp;city=Manhattan&amp;type=Upload+Story+Photos&amp;headline=Manhattan+DA+Probes+Swalwell+After+Assault+Claim&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fny%2Fmanhattan%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F11%2Fmanhattan-da-probes-swalwell-after-assault-claim%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got photos? Submit your photos here. \u203a<\/a><br \/>\n                What\u2019s next<\/p>\n<p>The district attorney&#8217;s office will continue its investigation to determine if any charges will be filed against Swalwell.<\/p>\n<p>          The takeaway<\/p>\n<p>This case highlights the ongoing scrutiny of political figures and the potential impact of unproven allegations on high-profile campaigns. The outcome of the investigation could significantly shape the California gubernatorial race.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Got story updates? 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