Polling Average
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11.1%
17.3%
14.4%
11.1%
10.7%
6.9%
Democrat
Eric Swalwell
Democratic candidate for Governor in California
Democrat
California Governor winner? (Person)
$14.4M
NOV 4, 2026
General Election
Voters choose the office holder.
Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleU.S. Representative
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyModerate Democrat
Age45 years old (Nov 16, 1980)
GenderMale
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LocationCalifornia
BackgroundAttorney
EducationB.A., University of Maryland, College Park (2003)
Notable personal detailsEric Michael Swalwell is an American lawyer and politician who has represented California in the U.S. House of Representatives since January 3, 2013 (CA-15 from 2013–2023; CA-14 from 2023–present). He previously served on the Dublin City Council (2010–2013) and worked as a prosecutor in the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office, including leading its Hate Crimes Unit. He earned a B.A. from the University of Maryland, College Park and a J.D. from the University of Maryland School of Law. Swalwell is a candidate for governor of California in 2026.
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Political Positions
LiberalConservative
Economy & Taxes
Supports raising taxes on the wealthy and enforcing corporate tax fairness while opposing tax cuts that primarily benefit the top 1%; backs measures to fund IRS enforcement and a corporate minimum tax to ensure large corporations and high earners pay more. Also supports targeted economic relief and tax credits for workers and families.
Healthcare
Supports expanding access to care through strengthening the Affordable Care Act and a government-run public option (described as "Medicare for All who want it") while preserving private insurance choices. Advocates funding research and protections for reproductive and preventive care.
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Immigration & Border
Supports comprehensive immigration reform including a pathway to earned citizenship for undocumented immigrants and protections for Dreamers and other vulnerable groups while also endorsing measures to secure the border and remove undocumented immigrants who commit serious crimes. Has cosponsored the U.S. Citizenship Act and the American Dream and Promise Act and has sponsored legislation to increase accountability for ICE and CBP agents.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Supports abortion access as healthcare, has cosponsored legislation to codify Roe v. Wade protections, and opposes federal and state abortion bans. Advocates repealing the Hyde Amendment and expanding reproductive freedom and access to abortion services and contraception.
Climate & Energy
Supports aggressive climate action including the Green New Deal, rejoining the Paris Agreement, phasing away from fossil fuels, banning fracking and oil drilling, and large investments in clean energy and energy storage. Has voted for major federal climate legislation (Inflation Reduction Act) and introduced legislation to strengthen disaster preparedness and climate resilience. Emphasizes climate as a national security and public-health priority and promotes clean-energy innovation and critical material supply chains.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports banning and a federal buyback of semiautomatic assault weapons, universal/expanded background checks, removal of industry liability protections, mandatory licensing/limits on high-capacity magazines, and other regulatory steps to reduce gun violence. Advocates additional investments in community violence prevention, gun-violence research, and regulation of manufacturers.
Latest News
AINews Summary
Last updatedJul 15, 2026
Eric Swalwell has exited the 2026 California governor’s race, and his withdrawal has already shifted the field by boosting other Democrats in polling and fundraising. Reports also say his campaign sent a cease-and-desist letter to Tom Steyer’s campaign over rumors of sexual misconduct and extramarital affairs before later public allegations surfaced against Swalwell. After those allegations, Swalwell suspended his campaign and resigned from Congress.
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Articles
NYNew York Post2 months ago
Eric Swalwell’s attorneys threatened Tom Steyer campaign just before scandal erupted
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TBThe Boston Globe5 months ago
'A hot mess' - Inside California's governor's race
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TBThe Boston Globe5 months ago
Leading candidates to square off in TV debate at critical point in California governor’s race
Neutral
TAThe Associated Press5 months ago
Leading candidates to debate in chaotic California governor's race
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Latest Polls
California Governor primary: 1st place
Recent polling results and the candidate's current average in the race.
Eric Swalwell currently averages 11.1%, ranking 4th in this race, 0.1 points behind the next candidate.
Polling average: 11.1%Position: 4thMargin: -0.1 ptsLatest poll: 0.0% (May 14 - 16)Polls included: 32
Average recalculated from polls through May 14 - 16.
Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Campaign Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 2026Campaign finance totals from the latest available reporting period.
Total raisedCash on hand
$4.1M
$3.1M
$2.1M
$1.0M
$0
2022
2024
2026
LatestYear
Total raised
Cash on hand
Total spent
Burn rate
Cycle 2022
$3.9M
$628.6K
$3.8M
$159.1K
Cycle 2024
$4.1M
$300.0K
$4.5M
$186.3K
Cycle 2026
$1.7M
$11.0K
$2.0M
$112.2K
Source: FEC
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We're monitoring and will update when new data impacts the race.
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