Rep. Eric Swalwell says he's dropping out of the race for president. The California Democrat's campaign failed to gain much traction.
"Today ends our presidential campaign, but it is the beginning of an opportunity in Congress, with a new perspective shaped by the lives that have touched mine and our campaign throughout these last three months, to bring that promise of America to all Americans," Swalwell said, speaking at his campaign headquarters in California.
Hide Caption 15 of 22 Photos: In photos: Former presidential candidate Eric SwalwellSwallwell and his son, Nelson, attend the Congressional Baseball Game in June 2018. Swalwell has two children with his wife, Brittany.Hide Caption 16 of 22 Photos: In photos: Former presidential candidate Eric SwalwellSwalwell and other Democratic leaders pose for a photo inside the US Capitol in November 2018.
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