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Eric Swalwell: before President Trump reassumed office in January 2025, he routinely threatened to use his power to punish his…

On the recordNovember 25, 2025
before President Trump reassumed office in January 2025, he routinely threatened to use his power to punish his political opponents
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Eric Swalwell
Democratic · California
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cbsnews.com
Nov 25, 2025

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Swalwell's lawsuit claims Trump threatened political opponents before taking office.

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