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Swalwell accuser says she was drugged, then raped in hotel room

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Lonna Drewes came forward today with allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA), saying she raped by him in a hotel room in 2018. MS NOW has reached out to Swalwell's team for comment. Warning: Her account is detailed and graphic.

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