California to hold special election for Congressional District 14 seat after Swalwell's resignation

California to hold special election for Congressional District 14 seat after Swalwell's resignation Eric Swalwell officially resigned from Congress on Tuesday following sexual assault allegations. By NBC Bay Area staff • Published April 14, 2026 • Updated on April 15, 2026 at 11:47 am A special election to fill California's 14th Congressional District seat will be held on Aug. 18, according to the governor's office. Gov. Gavin Newsom issued a proclamation Tuesday setting the special election after Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress amid sexual assault allegations.