Power, Proximity and Fallout

Disturbing sexual misconduct allegations force two politicians out of congress within minutes of each other. Last night, California Democrat Eric Swalwell and Texas Republican Tony Gonzalez announced they will resign amid bipartisan calls to expel them from the House. The allegations follow a similar pattern: Two men in positions of power allegedly using that power to engage in inappropriate relationships with aides, subordinates and/or young women starting out and trying to make their way in politics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Power, Proximity and Fallout is an episode from Inside Politics by CNN.

This episode is 39:20 long.

This episode was published on Apr 14, 2026.

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