Congressional ethics enforcement expands as multiple members face investigations
House ethics investigations and committee sanctions signal expanding congressional accountability enforcement mechanisms.
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US Congressional Ethics Investigations
Multiple members of Congress face investigations by the House Ethics Committee for sexual misconduct, domestic violence, financial misconduct, and other allegations. Cases include expulsion efforts, committee sanctions, and resignations.
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2026-08-18 to 2026-11-15 · UTC publication dates
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Speaker Mike Johnson opposes Republican-led expulsion efforts
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) commented that House Republicans seeking to expel each other is not something he encourages, stating that the House Ethics Committee process ensures due process and should be allowed to run its course before any expulsion votes.
Rep. Cory Mills under House Ethics Committee investigation
Rep. Cory Mills is under investigation by the House Ethics Committee on multiple allegations including sexual misconduct, dating violence, campaign finance violations, stolen valor, violence against women, and misuse of federal contracts. Mills has denied all wrongdoing.
Rep. Nancy Mace introduces resolution to expel Rep. Cory Mills from House
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) introduced a resolution on April 20, 2026 to expel Rep. Cory Mills (R-Fla.) from the U.S. House of Representatives. The resolution followed failed attempts in November to censure Mills and remove him from committee assignments, which were blocked by both parties and referred to the House Ethics Committee.
Former Reps. Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales resign amid sexual misconduct allegations
Former Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) and former Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) resigned from their seats last week before April 20, 2026 following bipartisan calls for their expulsion amid sexual misconduct allegations involving staffers.
Florida judge issues protective order against Rep. Cory Mills
In October 2025, a Florida judge issued a protective order against Rep. Cory Mills for protection against dating violence after his ex-girlfriend accused him of threatening and harassing her. The protective order was issued in response to allegations of increasing aggression, threats of blackmail with revenge material, and threats of violence against her future partners.
Police investigation into Rep. Mills for alleged assault in Washington D.C.
In February 2025, police in Washington D.C. opened an investigation into Rep. Cory Mills after a report of an alleged assault at an apartment building on the same block as a property associated with him. Mills denied wrongdoing, and police said no charges were filed and Mills was not arrested.
Rep. Nancy Mace under House Ethics Committee investigation
Rep. Nancy Mace is under investigation by the House Ethics Committee after a complaint was filed alleging she overcharged Congress for housing cost reimbursements. Her office stated she is not taking the complaint seriously.
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick faces Ethics Committee sanction recommendation
The House Ethics Committee was scheduled to make a recommendation on April 21, 2026 for sanctioning Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla.), who was found guilty of 25 violations by a special bipartisan House Ethics subcommittee. The violations relate to allegations that she stole $5 million in federal relief funds and used them for her campaign. She has denied wrongdoing and pleaded not guilty in federal court.
Manhattan District Attorney investigates sexual assault allegations against Eric Swalwell
The Manhattan District Attorney's office opened an investigation into allegations that former Rep. Eric Swalwell sexually assaulted a former staff member in a New York City hotel in 2024.
Key political allies distance themselves from Eric Swalwell following allegations
Following the disclosure of sexual misconduct allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell, key political allies including Senator Ruben Gallego (D-Arizona) withdrew their support. Major organizations withdrew endorsements and financial support. Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi called on him to drop out of the governor's race.
Former congressional staffer alleges Eric Swalwell sexually assaulted her in New York hotel in 2024
A former staff member of Rep. Eric Swalwell alleged that he sexually assaulted her twice while she was intoxicated, with one assault occurring in a New York City hotel in 2024. The allegations were initially reported by CNN and the San Francisco Chronicle. The Manhattan District Attorney's office opened an investigation into the assault allegations.
Multiple women accuse Eric Swalwell of sexual misconduct including harassment and lewd acts
Four women accused former Rep. Eric Swalwell of sexual misconduct, including allegations of sending unsolicited nude images, sexual harassment, and appearing at a woman's home without invitation. CNN and the San Francisco Chronicle reported these allegations in detail on Friday before Swalwell's resignation.
Rep. Eric Swalwell resigns from Congress effective April 14, 2026
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell officially announced his resignation from Congress, effective at 2:00 PM ET on April 14, 2026. He served in Congress since 2013 representing California's 14th congressional district. The resignation came amid multiple sexual misconduct allegations against him.
Eric Swalwell suspends California gubernatorial campaign
Rep. Eric Swalwell suspended his campaign for California governor on Sunday, April 12, 2026, following the emergence of sexual misconduct allegations against him.
Woman accuses Eric Swalwell of drugging and rape in 2018 hotel incident
Lonna Drewes, 50, of Beverly Hills, California, held a press conference on April 14, 2026, accusing former Rep. Eric Swalwell of drugging and raping her in a West Hollywood hotel room in 2018. Drewes said she believed Swalwell drugged her drink, rendered her incapacitated, and sexually assaulted her. She stated she did not file a police report at the time due to fear of his political power and law enforcement connections. Her attorney Lisa Bloom stated they would be filing a report and cooperating with law enforcement.
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna threatens expulsion resolution against Eric Swalwell
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna threatened to file an expulsion resolution against Eric Swalwell if he did not resign from Congress by 2 p.m. ET on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
Manhattan District Attorney opens investigation into Eric Swalwell sexual assault allegations
The Manhattan District Attorney's Office announced it opened an investigation into sexual assault allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell. The investigation relates to allegations similar to those being investigated by the House Ethics Committee.
Multiple women accuse Rep. Eric Swalwell of sexual assault and misconduct
Several women came forward with allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell including sexual assault and sexual misconduct. A former staffer alleged Swalwell sexually assaulted her twice when she was too intoxicated to consent, as reported by the San Francisco Chronicle. Two women, Annika Albrecht and Ally Sammarco, accused Swalwell of sending unsolicited explicit messages on Snapchat. Additional women also made allegations of sexual assault.
Woman alleges Rep. Eric Swalwell drugged and raped her in 2018
Lonna Drewes publicly alleged that Rep. Eric Swalwell drugged her drink and raped her in a hotel room in 2018. Drewes stated she had only one glass of wine at a restaurant opening before going to Swalwell's hotel room to retrieve paperwork, and by the time they arrived she was incapacitated and unable to move. She alleged Swalwell raped her and choked her until she lost consciousness. Drewes did not undergo a rape kit but disclosed the alleged assault to people close to her, documented it in her personal calendar, and discussed it in therapy sessions at a sexual assault center in Connecticut. She announced plans to file a police report with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
Rep. Eric Swalwell announces resignation from Congress
Rep. Eric Swalwell announced his intention to resign from Congress following multiple allegations of sexual assault and misconduct from several women. The announcement came after he had already ended his campaign for California governor on Sunday. Swalwell apologized for past mistakes in judgment to his family, staff, and constituents but denied wrongdoing in response to the allegations.
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Rep. Mace faces House Ethics Committee investigation
Rep. Mace faces formal House Ethics Committee investigation into misconduct allegations.
Mills faces expulsion motion, ethics probe, and protective order
Mills faces expulsion motion, ethics investigation, protective order, and assault probe.
Manhattan DA Investigation Deepens as Swalwell Faces Formal Law Enforcement Scrutiny
Manhattan DA investigation into Swalwell sexual assault allegations represents first formal law enforcement intervention in escalating case.
New allegations emerge as investigations into Swalwell misconduct deepen
New allegations of drugging, rape, and assault add to documented pattern of Swalwell misconduct claims across multiple women.
Swalwell resigns from Congress as expulsion motion advances
Rep. Swalwell resigns from Congress following expulsion motion and campaign suspension over sexual misconduct allegations.
Rep. Gonzales announces resignation from Congress
Rep. Gonzales resigns from Congress amid ongoing sexual misconduct investigations affecting multiple lawmakers.
Swalwell announces congressional resignation amid expulsion motion
Swalwell resigns from Congress and withdraws from gubernatorial race amid sexual misconduct allegations and expulsion motion.
Investigations intensify as Ethics Committee and DA probe Swalwell allegations
Federal and congressional investigations launched into Swalwell's alleged sexual misconduct; congressman denies allegations.
Swalwell resigns from Congress as expulsion motion advances
Swalwell resigns from Congress after expulsion motion introduction and multiple sexual misconduct allegations.
House Ethics Committee and DA Launch Formal Investigations Into Swalwell
House Ethics Committee and DA open formal investigations into Swalwell's alleged sexual misconduct.
Swalwell suspends California gubernatorial campaign amid allegations
Swalwell suspends gubernatorial campaign after Democratic leaders call for withdrawal amid sexual misconduct allegations.