FBI Searches Beverly Hills Mansion in Eric Swalwell Investigation, What Is Confirmed

Federal agents reportedly searched a mansion in Beverly Hills, California, on the morning of October 27, 2026, in connection with an investigation involving former U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell. The search follows the August 2026 seizure of Swalwell’s electronic devices and a search of his Washington, D.C., home. [1][2][5]

What is not confirmed: No public search warrant, affidavit or official FBI or Justice Department statement about the October 27 operation was located. The property’s verified owner, the evidence agents sought, the legal basis for the search and any court case number remain unconfirmed. No arrest and no criminal charge arising from this search had been publicly announced as of October 27, 2026. Swalwell has denied the sexual-assault allegations against him.

Quick Facts: Eric Swalwell FBI Investigation

Question	What is known
Subject of the broader investigation	Former U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.)
Latest reported development	Federal agents searched a Beverly Hills mansion on October 27, 2026
Official warrant for October 27	Not located in public records reviewed
Property owner	Not independently established
Arrests or charges from the October 27 search	None publicly confirmed
Earlier federal action	Devices seized August 15, 2026; Washington, D.C., home searched August 16, 2026
Underlying allegations	Sexual misconduct, including sexual-assault allegations, which Swalwell denies
Separate intelligence matter	Historical FBI counterintelligence inquiry involving Christine Fang
Congressional status	Resigned from the House on April 14, 2026

What Happened at the Beverly Hills Mansion on October 27, 2026?

Fox News and CNN reported that federal authorities searched a Beverly Hills mansion tied to the Swalwell investigation on Tuesday morning. [1][2] Neither report was backed by a public warrant at the time of writing, so several questions remain open:

• Whose property was searched? Reports identify a Beverly Hills mansion, but no official record establishes the owner.
• What were agents looking for? The warrant and any supporting affidavit were not available.
• What was seized? No verified inventory has been released.
• Was anyone arrested? None was confirmed in the sources reviewed.
• Which inquiry prompted the search? The public record does not say whether it relates to the sexual-misconduct investigation, the older Fang matter or another part of the inquiry.

Some headlines call the property a billionaire’s mansion. That description is not proof of ownership or of wrongdoing by any owner. Earlier coverage placed Swalwell at the Beverly Hills home of businessman Stephen Cloobeck in April 2026, but nothing reviewed establishes that the October 27 property is the same residence. A search can target a location that holds evidence about another person, so a property owner is not automatically a suspect.

What Did the FBI Do in August 2026 in the Eric Swalwell Investigation?

According to reporting based on a federal court filing, agents seized an iPhone and a MacBook Pro from Swalwell at San Francisco International Airport on August 15, 2026, and searched his Washington, D.C., home the next day. [4][5] The supporting materials were reported as sealed. Swalwell was not charged as a result of those searches.

The FBI’s involvement drew comment because sexual-misconduct cases are usually prosecuted by state and local authorities. Manhattan and Los Angeles County investigators were already examining the allegations when the federal searches began.

What Does 18 U.S.C. § 242 Mean in the Swalwell Investigation?

Reporting on the August warrant pointed to 18 U.S.C. § 242, the federal law that makes it a crime to willfully deprive someone of constitutional or federal rights while acting under color of law. [5][6] “Under color of law” refers to conduct carried out through the actual or claimed use of government authority.

Three limits apply:

1. A statute cited in reporting about a warrant is not a filed charge.
2. Its reported appearance in the August warrant does not show it was the basis for the October 27 search.
3. No affidavit for the October 27 operation was public, so what investigators believe happened is not verified.

For the difference between each step of a federal criminal case, see Search Warrant vs. Arrest Warrant vs. Indictment vs. Target Letter, What Each One Really Means.

What Are the Sexual-Misconduct Allegations Against Eric Swalwell?

Multiple women publicly accused Swalwell of sexual misconduct in 2026. The allegations differ and each must be evaluated separately. None is a court finding, and Swalwell has denied the sexual-assault allegations. [2][4]

Lonna Drewes, a former model and fashion-technology entrepreneur, alleged an assault in West Hollywood in 2018. A former staffer alleged a rape in New York in 2024 after a charity event. Other women described unwanted explicit messages or images. Swalwell’s attorney, Sara Azari, has said the allegations are false. [7]

Are Los Angeles County Prosecutors Considering Charges Against Eric Swalwell?

The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office was reported to be weighing charges. A spokesperson told NBC News that the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department forwarded a case to prosecutors on September 21, 2026. [7] A referral is a procedural step, not a charging decision, and no decision had been reported as of October 27, 2026.

Is the Manhattan District Attorney Investigating Eric Swalwell?

Yes. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s office confirmed in April 2026 that it was investigating sexual-assault allegations involving Swalwell and asked witnesses to come forward. [8] The inquiry is separate from the Los Angeles County matter, and no charge from it had been identified as of October 27, 2026.

How Does the Christine Fang Investigation Relate to Eric Swalwell?

On October 26, 2026, the White House released declassified FBI records about the earlier investigation into Swalwell’s relationship with Christine Fang, a Chinese national suspected of ties to Chinese intelligence. [3] Fox News reported that the records include Swalwell’s account of a physical relationship with Fang on a handful of occasions, the last in March 2015. [1][3]

That inquiry is separate from, and older than, the sexual-misconduct investigation. Reporting indicates the FBI’s inquiry closed in 2017 with no finding of wrongdoing, and the House Ethics Committee closed its own review of the Fang contacts in 2023 without a finding of misconduct. [9] A past relationship with someone suspected of intelligence activity is not proof of espionage, and old records are not a charge.

The public record does not confirm that the Beverly Hills search was prompted by the Fang records. Timing alone does not prove a link.

Why Did Eric Swalwell Resign From Congress?

Swalwell resigned from the House on April 14, 2026, and withdrew from the California governor’s race after the allegations surfaced. The House Clerk’s member record confirms the resignation date. [10] The House Committee on Ethics had announced on April 13, 2026, that it was gathering information on allegations of sexual misconduct, including toward a staff member, and said the inquiry did not mean a violation had occurred. [11]

Because the Ethics Committee only has jurisdiction over current members and staff, its inquiry ended with his resignation. Federal and state criminal investigations do not depend on whether a person still holds office, and resigning is not evidence of guilt.

What Does the Fourth Amendment Require Before the FBI Can Search a Property?

The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. A federal warrant generally requires a judge or magistrate judge to find probable cause, based on sworn information, that evidence will be found at the place described. Federal Rule of Criminal Procedure 41 governs how federal warrants are requested, issued, executed and returned. [12]

A warrant is not a charge. It does not establish that a crime occurred, that the person tied to the investigation committed one, that prosecutors will file charges, or that seized items will be admissible at trial. A court can authorize a search of a property owned by someone who is not suspected of anything if there is probable cause that evidence is located there.

For more on how sealed records work, see What Is a Sealed Search Warrant, and How Does It Get Unsealed?.

Why Might the Court Keep the Swalwell Search-Warrant Records Sealed?

Courts may seal warrant materials to protect an ongoing investigation, witnesses, confidential sources or the privacy of people who have not been charged. The August materials were reported as sealed, and the October 27 records were not available. A court can later unseal documents or release redacted versions.

What Happens Next in the Eric Swalwell Investigation?

Investigators may analyze what was gathered, compare it with earlier evidence and interview witnesses. Prosecutors then decide whether to file a complaint, seek a grand jury indictment or decline charges. A search does not require the government to bring a case. Developments that would add clarity:

1. An FBI or Justice Department statement describing the scope of the October 27 operation.
2. Release of the warrant, affidavit, return or inventory.
3. A charging decision from the Los Angeles County District Attorney or the Manhattan District Attorney.
4. A federal complaint or indictment, which would name the alleged offenses.

For a comparison of how searches involving public officials are reported, see Why Was Ilhan Omar’s Home Searched? Fraud Allegations, Legal Issues and What Happens Next. The two matters are separate and not legally equivalent.

Eric Swalwell Investigation Timeline

Date	Event
2015	Swalwell interviewed by the FBI about his relationship with Christine Fang
2017	FBI inquiry reportedly closed with no wrongdoing found
2020	Fang contacts become a national controversy
2023	House Ethics Committee closes its review of the Fang matter without a finding of wrongdoing
April 13, 2026	House Committee on Ethics announces a sexual-misconduct inquiry
April 14, 2026	Swalwell resigns from Congress
April 2026	Manhattan District Attorney confirms an investigation
August 15, 2026	Devices seized at San Francisco International Airport
August 16, 2026	Washington, D.C., home searched
September 21, 2026	Sheriff’s Department forwards a case to the Los Angeles County District Attorney
October 26, 2026	White House releases declassified Fang records
October 27, 2026	Federal agents reportedly search a Beverly Hills mansion

Frequently Asked Questions About the Eric Swalwell FBI Search

Did the FBI Search a Beverly Hills Mansion Tied to Eric Swalwell on October 27, 2026?

Fox News and CNN reported that federal agents did. The warrant and affidavit for that search were not publicly available for independent review.

Was Eric Swalwell Arrested During the Beverly Hills Mansion Search?

No arrest connected to the October 27 search was publicly confirmed, and the reports reviewed did not establish that Swalwell was present.

Has Eric Swalwell Been Charged With a Crime?

No criminal charge had been publicly announced as of October 27, 2026. Check court records and official announcements for updates.

Is Stephen Cloobeck’s Beverly Hills Home the Property the FBI Searched?

Not confirmed. Earlier reporting placed Swalwell at Cloobeck’s home in April 2026, but nothing reviewed shows the October 27 search occurred at that address.

Does an FBI Search Warrant Mean Eric Swalwell Is Guilty?

No. A warrant authorizes a search for described evidence. It is not an indictment, a conviction or a finding of guilt.

Which Law Was Cited in Reporting on the Earlier Swalwell Search?

Reporting on the August 2026 warrant cited 18 U.S.C. § 242. Its appearance there does not show it applies to the October 27 search.

Can the Owner of the Beverly Hills Mansion Be Investigated Just Because the FBI Searched It?

Not automatically. Investigators can search a property for evidence about someone else, and a search alone does not make the owner a suspect.

Sources and Official Records

1. Fox News, Oct. 27, 2026: FBI raids Beverly Hills mansion as part of Eric Swalwell investigation. News report, not a warrant.
2. CNN, Oct. 27, 2026: FBI searches Beverly Hills mansion tied to former Rep. Eric Swalwell.
3. The White House: Government Transparency portal, release of the Christine Fang records.
4. Court filing, August search: Northern District of California document via CourtListener. Not a warrant for the October 27 search.
5. CBS News, Aug. 20, 2026: FBI seizes Swalwell’s devices, executes search warrants in sexual misconduct probe.
6. U.S. Code: 18 U.S.C. § 242.
7. NBC News, Oct. 15-16, 2026: L.A. County prosecutors weigh charges in Eric Swalwell case after sheriff’s investigation.
8. CBS News, April 12, 2026: Manhattan DA investigating sexual assault allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell.
9. Prior reporting on the 2017 FBI closure and 2023 House Ethics closure of the Christine Fang matter.
10. Clerk of the U.S. House: Eric Swalwell’s member record.
11. House Committee on Ethics, April 13, 2026: Statement regarding Representative Eric Swalwell.
12. Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure: Rule 41, Search and seizure.

General information only. AllAboutLawyer.com is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. Allegations are not findings of guilt. This is a developing story and will be updated as official records become public.

Researched and written by Israr Ahmad, legal content researcher and founder of AllAboutLawyer.com. All facts verified against the cited news reports, the House Clerk’s member record, the House Ethics Committee statement, 18 U.S.C. § 242 and Federal Rule of Criminal Procedure 41, as of October 27, 2026. Last Updated: October 27, 2026.