Congressman Eric Swalwell has denied the sexual assault allegations made against him by a former staffer. "These allegations are false and come on the eve of an election against the frontrunner for governor," Swalwell, 45, wrote in a statement to the San Francisco Chronicle on Friday, April 10. "For nearly 20 years, I have served the public - as a prosecutor and a congressman and have always protected women." The politician continued, "I will defend myself with the facts and where necessary bring legal action.