Before he was an accused rapist , Eric Swalwell was a Democratic golden boy who rose to some of the most influential roles in Washington over his 13 year career in Congress. With the help of Rep. Nancy Pelosi and other powerful allies, Swalwell won key appointments at congressional committees and made a name for himself as a leading Democrat fighting against the Trump administration. Swalwell now stands accused by five women of sexual misconduct, such as sending nudes and non-consensual