Polling Average
20%15%10%5%0%
11.1%
17.3%
14.4%
11.1%
10.7%
6.9%
Democrat
Eric Swalwell
California Governor primary: 1st place
$7.7M
JUN 2, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleFormer U.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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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.
News
AINews Summary
Last updatedJun 16, 2026
Eric Swalwell has suspended his California governor campaign amid sexual misconduct allegations and investigations. A report also says his campaign accounts were used for more than 100 alcohol delivery charges over four years, along with travel, meals, and other expenses. His exit from the race has reshaped the crowded primary, with other Democrats gaining support in recent polling and fundraising.
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Articles
TBThe Boston Globe1 month ago
'A hot mess' - Inside California's governor's race
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TBThe Boston Globe2 months ago
Leading candidates to square off in TV debate at critical point in California governor’s race
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TAThe Associated Press2 months ago
Leading candidates to debate in chaotic California governor's race
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SRSanta Rosa Press Democrat2 months ago
Leading candidates for California governor jostle in critical debate
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Polls
California Governor primary: 1st place
Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 2026Total 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
$288.6K
$1.7M
$114.9K
Source: FEC
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