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Katie Porter, Cheyenne Hunt, and the Eric Swalwell Allegations
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By the numbers: this timeline documents 8 events from Apr 6, 2026 to Jul 4, 2026, drawn from 4 sources.
“With regard to Congressman Swalwell, I have seen allegations coming from women staffers. They are very, very troubling allegations,”
via cbsnews.com
Background
Katie Porter, a former U.S. Representative and professor at the University of California, Irvine School of Law, is running for governor of California. Cheyenne Hunt, a UC Irvine law graduate, activist, and digital organizer, has been promoting allegations of misconduct against Rep. Eric Swalwell, a leading Democratic candidate for the same race.
The controversy centers on whether Hunt’s social‑media influence is linked to Porter, given their overlapping time at UC Irvine. Porter’s campaign has repeatedly said the two “don’t have a relationship to speak of.”
The timeline
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Cheyenne Hunt announces she is working with women to share allegations against Swalwell
In a post on X, Hunt said she was coordinating with women who wanted to speak about alleged sexual harassment and abuse by Rep. Eric Swalwell, emphasizing the need to go public before mainstream media coverage.[650]
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Katie Porter comments on the need for multiple Democratic candidates in the governor’s race
Porter reportedly told Kasie Hunt on CNN that “there are plenty of voters to consider three candidates and make the best choice for California,” after former President Trump endorsed a candidate.[647]
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Hunt posts video urging women to come forward with claims against Swalwell
Hunt reportedly uploaded a video on social media stating that the number of women willing to speak out had risen sharply since her initial post, and that she was connecting them with investigative reporters.[648]
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Porter’s campaign spokesperson reiterates no direct relationship with Hunt
Peter Opitz reportedly emailed reporters saying Porter and Hunt “don’t have a relationship to speak of” and that Porter had endorsed a different candidate in a neighboring district.[646]
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Swalwell’s campaign issues rebuttal to allegations
Spokesperson Micah Beasley reportedly called the rumors “false, outrageous” and said no staff member had ever been asked to sign an NDA in Swalwell’s 13‑year congressional career.[648]
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Women begin publicly naming themselves as alleged victims
Following Hunt’s calls, several women posted on social media that they had experienced inappropriate behavior by Swalwell, though the claims remain unverified.[646]
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Democratic leaders call for Swalwell to withdraw from governor’s race
In response to the growing allegations, multiple Democratic officials publicly urged Swalwell to step down, citing the “very, very troubling” nature of the reports.[646]
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CBS updates story to include new allegations and calls for Swalwell’s resignation
CBS News added details about women coming forward with specific claims and noted that Democratic leaders are now pressing Swalwell to exit the race.[646]
Frequently asked
Did Katie Porter have a personal relationship with Cheyenne Hunt?
Porter’s campaign says they “don’t have a relationship to speak of,” and Porter has publicly denied any direct connection.
What are the allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell?
Women, encouraged by influencer Cheyenne Hunt, have alleged sexual harassment and possible abuse by Swalwell, but the claims have not been independently verified.
How has Eric Swalwell responded to the accusations?
Swalwell’s campaign called the rumors false and politically motivated, stating no staff member has ever been asked to sign an NDA.
What role did Cheyenne Hunt play in the controversy?
Hunt, a lawyer and digital organizer, posted on social media urging women to share their stories about Swalwell and linked them with investigative reporters.
Are Democratic leaders supporting Eric Swalwell?
Several Democratic leaders have called for Swalwell to drop out of the gubernatorial race amid the allegations.
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Sources
- cbsnews.com, By Julie Watts CBS California Investigative Correspondent Julie Watts is a national-award-winning investigative correspondent for CBS News California. Based in California's State Capitol, Julie's repo, Jul 4, 2026.
- Twitter (original post), Original twitter post by The Arena on CNN: After President Trump endorsed in the CA gubernatorial race, @katieporterca tells @kasie that the top three Democrats should continue to run. ⬇️"There are pl, Jul 4, 2026.
- washingtonexaminer.com, A social media figure who has helped spread viral allegations against California gubernatorial candidate Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) has academic and political ties to one of his rivals, UC Irvine law p, Jul 4, 2026.
- Twitter (original post), Original twitter post by Cheyenne Hunt: I have been working with a number of women who are in the process of coming forward and sharing their stories of sexual harassment and even alleged abuse at the, Jul 4, 2026.
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