Eric Swalwell Suspends CA Gubernatorial Campaign

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Congressman Eric Swalwell has suspended his campaign for governor amid allegations of sexual misconduct.

Congressman Eric Swalwell has suspended his campaign for governor. This comes just days after a San Francisco Chronicle report where a former staffer said Swalwell sexually assaulted her. And CNN later reported on other instances of alleged sexual misconduct from three other women. Guest: Marisa Lagos, KQED Delegates at the California Republican Party's spring convention in San Diego failed to endorse either of the two main GOP candidates running for governor. Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco received 49% support. Former Fox News Host Steve Hilton drew 44% of the vote. But neither crossed the 60% threshold needed to secure an endorsement. The prevailing GOP message at the convention was a focus on affordability and cost of living. Reporter: Jake Gotta, KPBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Guest: Marisa Lagos

Topics covered

• politics
• gubernatorial campaign
• sexual misconduct
• Republican Party
• California

Keywords

• Eric Swalwell
• gubernatorial campaign
• sexual assault
• California Republican Party
• endorsement

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Places: CA, San Francisco, San Diego, Riverside County

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