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Federal agents seize devices from ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell in sexual misconduct probe, AP source says

Summary by The Odessa Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: ALANNA DURKIN RICHER, Associated Press, as published by Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar) · August 20, 2026 · 1 min read

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An investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct is underway against former Rep. Eric Swalwell, a Democratic congressman from California. As part of this investigation, federal agents have seized electronic devices belonging to Swalwell.

The devices were taken from him at the San Francisco airport on Saturday. Additionally, federal agents searched his home in Washington.

Further details about the investigation and the allegations against Swalwell are available from the source.

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Category: News · Published: August 20, 2026 · Source: Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar) · Reading time: 1 min

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Federal agents seize devices from ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell in sexual misconduct probe, AP source says

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