"Eric Swalwell lied to all of us. He lied to the most powerful people in this country and they trusted him. They trusted him with the most sensitive spots in our government, whether it was on the Judiciary Committee, Intel Committee, impeaching Donald Trump. And that clouded my judgment. My friendship with him, our families' friendship together with him clouded my judgement. And I was wrong. I deeply deeply regret that."
"I called the press conference in order to address circulating rumors that suggested the Arizona senator must have been aware of Swalwell's purported actions due to their close relationship. They're using this horrible situation as an excuse to politically attack me, lie about me and lie about my family."
"The women that came forward are courageous and they still deserve justice. But to be clear again, I also had no knowledge of predatory behavior."
Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress following allegations of sexual misconduct. Senator Ruben Gallego expressed his shock and regret, stating he was deceived by Swalwell. Gallego emphasized that he had no prior knowledge of Swalwell's alleged behavior and criticized political opponents for attempting to link him to the scandal. He also referenced past attacks on his character during his Senate campaign, particularly regarding his divorce. Gallego affirmed the courage of the women who came forward and their right to justice.
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