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Two Democratic reps call for Swalwell to exit Congress as controversy swirls around his bid for CA governor
Two high-profile Democrats on Sunday called for Rep. Eric Swalwell to exit Congress as controversy continues to grow after sexual assault allegations surfaced against the California candidate for governor.
Eugene Vindman said Sunday on CNN’s “State of the Union” that Swalwell should resign from Congress and drop out of California’s gubernatorial race.
“The accusations are absolutely heinous, and his admissions betraying his family are deplorable,” Vindman said to host Dana Bash. “So Eric Swalwell needs to resign. He needs to drop out of the race… we should not tolerate this behavior, and Representative Swalwell needs to go.”
Vindman made the remarks during a panel discussion on the broadcast, as CNN political commentators, Davis Urban, Kristen Soltis Anderson and Jamal Simmons debated how party leadership should respond to the allegations and whether Swalwell should remain in Congress while facing scrutiny.
Bash pressed Vindman on whether his call extended beyond the campaign trail to Swalwell’s congressional seat.
“Yes,” Vindman said.
Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., echoed similar concerns during a Sunday appearance on “Meet the Press,” framing the allegations as part of a broader pattern and calling for accountability.
“I’ve already called for Congressman Swalwell to drop out of the gubernatorial race, and I think we have to hold everybody accountable,” Jayapal said.
When asked whether she would support Swalwell’s expulsion from Congress, Jayapal indicated support.
“I would,” she said.
Back on CNN, Simmons, a former advisor to Vice President Kamala Harris, said Democrats should weigh accountability alongside due process, outlining potential actions short of resignation.
“The question is, should someone be punished for something they haven’t been convicted of,” Simmons said.
“But you can take him off of committees, make sure that he’s not running, and take away any funding that you were giving. The congressman has to decide whether he needs to be focused on his family, his reputation and his legal case.”
Republican strategist Kristen Soltis Anderson said the political environment has changed how parties respond to such allegations.
“Not too long ago in our politics, this would have been instantaneous, career-ending. You’re gone,” Anderson said. “It’s precisely because we live in these narrowly divided times that leadership does not want to lose a vote in a House that is as tight as it is.”
Simmons added that Democrats still need to clearly signal their position.
“The Democrats have to be strong and let everybody know where they stand on this, that it’s unacceptable,” he said.
CNN senior political commentator David Urban said a potential House vote, being led by Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, could force Congress to publicly take a stance.
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“Everyone’s going to be on record whether you support it or not,” Urban said. “Do you tolerate this kind of behavior? Should this be acceptable kind of behavior? The answer should be no.”
“Congressman Swalwell is looking at being prosecuted. The Manhattan district attorney is investigating him and asking for people to come forward with information. He’s going to face criminal charges most likely,” he said.
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Meghan Markle, Prince Harry attend event at Netflix CEO’s home after streamer cuts ties with her brand
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry still have a friend in Netflix.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex mixed business with pleasure while on a date night for the “Beef” Season 2 Montecito Tastemaker event at the home of Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos and wife Nicole Avant.
Markle, 44, grasped Avant’s hand in one image of the group from the star-studded party amid a reported rift with the streaming giant after Netflix decided to part ways with the “As ever” lifestyle brand.
The former royals were in good company at the Southern California soiree, which also included Katy Perry, Justin Trudeau, Perry’s ex Orlando Bloom, and “Beef” stars Oscar Isaac, Carey Mulligan, and Charles Melton.
Representatives for Archewell and Netflix did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.
Harry and Meghan first partnered with Netflix in 2020 with a reported $100 million deal, going on to work together on the 2022 series, “Harry & Meghan,” “Live to Lead,” “Heart of Invictus” in 2023, and “Polo” in 2024.
In July 2025, Netflix confirmed they would not be renewing their deal with the royals, but instead opting for a multi-year, “first look” partnership.
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Last month, the streamer divested from Markle’s latest business venture.
“Meghan’s passion for elevating everyday moments in beautiful yet simple ways inspired the creation of the As ever brand, and we are glad to have played a role in bringing that vision to life,” a spokesperson for Netflix told Fox News Digital last week.
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“As it was always intended, Meghan will continue growing the brand and take it into its next chapter independently, and we look forward to celebrating how she continues to bring joy to households around the world.”
In their own statement, Markle’s brand, As ever, told People that they are “grateful for Netflix’s partnership through launch and our first year.”
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“We have experienced meaningful and rapid growth, and As ever is now ready to stand on its own. We have an exciting year ahead and can’t wait to share more.”
As ever launched in 2025 as a lifestyle and home goods line, launching its first products in April, just one month after the premiere of her Netflix show, “With Love, Meghan,” which featured Markle’s celebrity friends visiting as she shared cooking, gardening and hosting tips.
Some items sold by the brand include jams and honey, tea and wine, candles, chocolate and other similar products. Following its first product launch, the brand sold out of stock in less than an hour, despite what some considered to be high prices.
Two seasons of “With Love, Meghan” were released on Netflix in March and August 2025 respectively, as well as a holiday special in December, and while it has not officially been canceled, there has been no news surrounding a third season of the show.
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Iran in crisis as US talks collapse, Mojtaba’s ‘mafia’ regime blocks Khamenei burial: analyst
A prolonged delay in the burial of Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, signals a deepening crisis inside the Islamic Republic, according to a prominent Iranian strategist.
Dr. Ramesh Sepehrrad’s remarks came as peace talks between the United States and Iran stalled and internal tensions raised questions about the regime’s stability.
Fortieth-day mourning ceremonies for Khamenei began in Iran on April 9, with authorities withholding information about his burial more than 40 days after his killing. A three-day state funeral scheduled for early March 2026 had already been postponed.
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“Forty-four days have passed, and the regime does not have the confidence to publicly bury Mojtaba’s dead father,” Sepehrrad of the Organization of Iranian American Communities (OIAC) told Fox News Digital.
“That is an indicator of the fear within this regime from top to bottom,” Sepehrrad added, before describing how, usually, “a religious regime believes that their dead must be buried in 24 hours.”
Khamenei was killed Feb. 28 in a strike targeting a regime compound in central Tehran, with a separate strike affecting his son, Mojtaba Khamenei, 56, who succeeded him.
Mojtaba is said to be still recovering from severe facial and leg injuries, three people close to his inner circle told Reuters on April 11.
Khamenei’s face was disfigured in the attack on the supreme leader’s compound in central Tehran, and he suffered a significant injury to one or both legs, three sources told the outlet.
“The 56-year-old is nonetheless recovering from his wounds and remains mentally sharp, according to the people, who requested anonymity to discuss sensitive matters.”
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He is taking part in meetings with senior officials via audio conferencing and is engaged in decision-making on major issues, including the war and negotiations with Washington, two of the sources say, according to reports.
The report came as Iran navigated diplomatic efforts with the U.S. in Islamabad aimed at easing tensions amid a two-week ceasefire, which ultimately failed to produce a breakthrough.
“Mojtaba input in the broad red lines of negotiations, even if he is not the public face,” Sepehrrad claimed. “At the end of the day, for more than 10 years, he served as his father’s right-hand man and as a conduit to the IRGC.”
“Mojtaba may be less rhetorical, less publicly ideological, and more operational because his primary focus is survival of the regime.”
Iran also confirmed Sunday it had no plans for further peace talks after the marathon summit, where Pakistan mediated.
“No plan has yet been announced for the time, place, or next round of negotiations,” Iranian state news agency Nour reported Saturday, citing the country’s Supreme National Security Council, with no statement from the new Supreme Leader.
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“Mojtaba is less the supreme leader in the traditional sense and more the coordinator of a security-led system,” Sepehrrad explained before describing him as “more like a security-backed coordinator.”
“This regime does not communicate with one unified voice. It communicates by function,” Sepehrrad said.
“One channel negotiates, another threatens, another punishes, and another tries to maintain ideological continuity. It is now a mafia,” the strategist claimed.
“The key point is not harmony but division of labor. What holds them together is regime survival, not trust.”
“What we are seeing now is deeper: a leader who lacks organic authority and therefore governs through the institution that controls force,” Sepehrrad said.
On the Iranian side, negotiations, the analyst said, also did involve “diplomats,” but a wider circle of security-linked figures shaping Tehran’s posture, reflecting the increasing dominance of hardline institutions.
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“This was a brittle coalition of security men,” Sepehrrad said, before describing how Mojtaba is “at the top, but is heavily reliant on the Guards, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, SNSC chief Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr, IRGC commander Ahmad Vahidi, Judiciary chief Mohseni-Ejei, and law enforcement chief Ahmad-Reza Radan.”
“Several of the most important surviving figures are not primarily diplomats,” Sepehrrad said before suggesting that that should “change how we should read everything coming out of Tehran.”
“That is a different system from the one many Western analysts still think they are dealing with,” Sepehrrad explained. “Dual track — tactical flexibility in talks and a harsher repression at home.”
“While the regime negotiates to buy time, reduce pressure on its forces, and prevent broader external escalation, internally, it is likely to intensify arrests, executions, intimidation, and internet controls now,” the strategist warned.
“The regime fears internal unrest more than diplomacy,” Sepehrrad said.
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Elizabeth Hurley shows off her figure in a daring string bikini while promoting her swimwear brand at 60
Elizabeth Hurley wowed in a tiny striped bikini.
The 60-year-old actress showcased her figure in a swimsuit from her brand, Elizabeth Hurley Beach.
She wore the tiny string bikini while lounging by the beach, opting for a makeup-free look.
Hurley shared images to her her Instagram page on Friday, writing: “Yay! My favourite Panama Bikini is BACK IN STOCK & selling fast! Get yours now,” adding kissing emojis.
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Last week, Hurley went topless in another Instagram post.
The actress posed in a field of flowers while clutching her bare chest.
The English star only wore tiny yellow bikini bottoms in the image shared on her Instagram.
The star captioned the racy image: “Spring has sprung! Today, I sought some Vitamin D in beautiful Herefordshire, wearing nothing but @elizabethhurleybeach and @clinique SPF. As long as you protect your skin, a bit of sunshine is really good for you, both mentally and beauty wise, so… cream up and GET OUTSIDE.”
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Hurley wore minimal makeup in the post, with her brunette locks loose around her.
Fans complimented the star in the comments section, writing: “Wow you are so beautiful,” and “You are unbearably beautiful beyond belief.”
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Just days prior, Hurley posted on Instagram featuring her lounging in bed in a pair of red bikini bottoms and a white sweater.
“I don’t personally guzzle weird green juices or take a load of supplements – but I’ve drunk two mugs of warm water first thing every morning for as long as I remember, and I swear by it (and it’s free),” she wrote as the caption for the post.
In one of the photos, the actress is on her side with one arm over her head as she flashes a smile toward the camera while lounging in bed.
Another photo shows her standing in front of a wall with the same outfit on, smiling at the camera.
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