A Democratic activist says a number of women are preparing to accuse California Rep. Eric Swalwell of sexual misconduct.
Cheyenne Hunt, an attorney, former congressional candidate, and executive director of Gen Z for Change, said she has been working with multiple individuals who intend to come forward.
In a post on the X platform, Hunt said the allegations involve “DMs and Snapchat messages” and range “from uncomfortable comments to potentially criminal conduct.”
“I got involved because the first victim who approached me is a close friend, but when I saw that there were others whose experiences fit the same pattern of manipulation and abuse of power, I knew I couldn’t stay silent,” Hunt wrote.
She claimed the alleged behavior involved “employees, interns, and fans,” adding that Swalwell acted “as a mentor just to exploit that power.”
“Other women needed to know that they were not alone and that someone had their backs if they came forward.
“After I spoke about my friend’s experience, many brave women came forward and shared their stories with me.”