- California Rep. Eric Swalwell ends gubernatorial campaign amid sexual misconduct allegations.
- Former staff members accuse Swalwell of sexual misconduct; over 50 call for his resignation from Congress.
- President Trump orders U.S. Navy to block Strait of Hormuz starting tomorrow af
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