New Accuser Emerges as Swalwell Faces LA Investigation
New Accuser Emerges as Swalwell Faces LA Investigation
A new accuser steps forward amid ongoing probes by Los Angeles and Manhattan prosecutors, as Eric Swalwell denies wrongdoing and politics swirl.
A new accuser stepped forward Tuesday, alleging Eric Swalwell sexually assaulted her in 2018, even as prosecutors in Los Angeles and New York pursue parallel investigations into the former congressman. The latest allegations come amid a broader wave of accusations from several women and add to the mounting scrutiny around Swalwell’s conduct. The accuser, identified in reports as Lonna Drewes, says she will file a police report, escalating the potential legal peril for the longtime California politician.
Swalwell has repeatedly denied the allegations, framing them as politically motivated and saying he intends to cooperate with investigators. The dual investigations—one from the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office and another from the Manhattan DA’s Office—mark a rare intersection of national politics and criminal inquiry, and they keep Swalwell’s future in the public eye.
The political fallout has been swift. Swalwell had previously signaled the possibility of stepping back from his public roles, and reporting around the time of these new claims noted interest from supporters and donors who had backed his campaigns. In one related development, a prominent backer reportedly pressed Swalwell on funding and, in some accounts, sought the return of support money as the allegations mounted. The combination of legal scrutiny and political turbulence underscores a moment of high risk for Swalwell as investigators pursue the facts amid a contentious public debate.
As the investigations continue, the case raises questions about accountability, due process, and how ongoing allegations influence the political landscape. The next steps will hinge on what prosecutors uncover and how Swalwell and his team respond as new information emerges.
