April 15, 2026
California Gov. Newsom sets date for special election to finish out Swalwell's term
A special election to finish out the remainder of Eric Swalwell's term in Congress will take place this summer following his resignation in the wake of multiple sexual misconduct allegations, California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Tuesday.
TL;DR
- A special election will be held this summer.
- The election is to fill Eric Swalwell's vacant seat in Congress.
- Swalwell resigned due to multiple sexual misconduct allegations.
- California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the special election.