Reps. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) and Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) submitted their formal resignations from Congress on Tuesday following sexual misconduct scandals.
State of play: Swalwell's resignation took effect at 2pm ET on Tuesday — meaning he has already resigned — while Gonzales' takes effect at 11:59 pm ET, according to the House clerk.
- Swalwell has been accused by four women of sexual assault, harassment and rape, which he denies.
- Gonzales admitted to an affair with a staffer who later died by suicide.
Between the lines: Both men had been facing the threat of expulsion, which looked increasingly likely to pass if they chose to try to hang onto their seats.
