Rep. Eric Swalwell comments on recent events through social media posts

Rep. Eric Swalwell comments on recent events through social media posts
Eric Swalwell U.S. House of Representatives from California — Official U.S. House Headshot
0Comments

Rep. Eric Swalwell, a U.S. Congressman representing California’s 14th district since 2013, recently shared several tweets addressing current events and political matters. Swalwell has been an active voice in Congress following his education at the University of Maryland.

On May 8, 2025, Swalwell posted a tweet urging followers to “Please watch!” This brief message included a link, suggesting that he wanted to draw attention to a specific piece of content or event.

Later on the same day, Swalwell tweeted again, stating “JD is 0 for Pope”. The meaning behind this tweet is not explicitly clear from the text alone but may reference a topical issue or political commentary.

Shortly thereafter, he commented on a significant political development by tweeting: “Wait. Trump nominated a surgeon general who is not a doctor? That CAN’T be tr—oh for the love of God, it’s true, isn’t it?” This tweet expresses surprise and concern over former President Donald Trump’s nomination choice for Surgeon General.

Eric Swalwell was born in Sac City, Iowa in 1980 and currently resides in Livermore. He graduated with a BA from the University of Maryland, College Park in 2003 and earned his JD from the University of Maryland, Baltimore in 2006.



Related

Eric Swalwell U.S. House of Representatives from California

Eric Swalwell addresses Texas redistricting and comments on Gavin Newsom’s Nobel Prize buzz

U.S. Congressman Eric Swalwell used social media on August 23-24 to comment on recent political events involving Texas redistricting and speculation about Governor Gavin Newsom’s potential Nobel Prize recognition.

Eric Swalwell U.S. House of Representatives from California

Eric Swalwell addresses New York bus crash and political unity in recent tweets

U.S. Congressman Eric Swalwell posted condolences regarding a New York bus crash and announced plans to nominate Gavin Newsom for the Nobel Peace Prize in tweets dated August 22-23, 2025.

Eric Swalwell U.S. House of Representatives from California

Eric Swalwell calls for release of Trumpstein files ahead of September deadline

Rep. Eric Swalwell posted a series of tweets on August 21 and August 22, focusing on his push for the release of the “Trumpstein files” by September and sharing personal messages.

Trending

The Weekly Newsletter

Sign-up for the Weekly Newsletter from East Alameda News.