In a shocking development that has now sparked mounting political controversy, Eric Swalwell is facing a series of serious allegations on multiple fronts.
Viral 'kissing video' clip sparks fresh controversy amid unverified claims
The alleged video has circulated widely across social media, drawing attention after being shared by Martin Shkreli and other outlets, including RT and Nick Sortor. Additionally, the post also included strong and controversial claims that further amplified the discourse online.In the footage, a man alleged to be Eric Swalwell is seen sitting on a bed dressed casually in a blue shirt and jeans, appearing with socks on. While a woman sits beside him, with another individual seemingly nearby.
The man is then seen holding the woman's face and pulling her closer for a kiss. However, the authenticity of the video has not been independently verified.
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A formal complaint filed with the United States Department of Labour on Tuesday alleges that Eric Swalwell and his wife, Brittany Ann Watts, misrepresented details of federal authorities in order to continue employing Amanda Barbosa after her temporary work authorisation was set to expire in 2022.A separate complaint submitted earlier this year to the United States Department of Homeland Security further claims that Barbosa was paid off the books using campaign funds for nearly two years while lacking valid work authorisation.
The filings also point to her presence in multiple family social media posts throughout 2023 and 2024 as alleged evidence of her continued role in childcare despite questions over her legal employment status.
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Amanda Barbosa, 33, in late 2021, to care for his three children after she arrived in the United States from Rio de Janeiro on an au pair visa earlier that year. Financial disclosures reviewed from Federal Election Commission data reportedly show that Barbosa was paid using campaign funds, receiving smaller payments in 2021 followed by a significantly larger sum in 2022.As her visa neared expiration, Swalwell is said to have initiated the process to sponsor her for a green card, while Barbosa enrolled in community college during the extended proceedings, which restricted her from off-campus work.
Despite this, she was allegedly seen continuing childcare duties at family events, with social media posts placing her at public gatherings, including the White House picnic, and personal occasions, suggesting an ongoing role in the household even as questions over her employment status persisted.