Source: Fox News
Summary
Sen. Ruben Gallego is facing criticism for attempting to discredit a user on social media who claimed that Rep. Eric Swalwell’s gubernatorial campaign will be hurt by sexual misconduct allegations. Gallego defended Swalwell, saying he is being targeted because he is in first place in the race. Swalwell has denied the allegations, which are being elevated by Democratic-aligned politicos. Gallego’s response has been met with criticism from Democratic strategists, who say he is trying to discredit women raising the allegations. Gallego and Swalwell have been friends and colleagues for many years.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
Gallego defended Swalwell, saying he is being targeted because he is in first place. He also attempted to discredit a user on social media who claimed that Swalwell’s campaign will be hurt by sexual misconduct allegations. The user, Arielle Fodor, has a storied internet platform and is dedicated to amplifying Democratic organizations. Gallego’s response has been met with criticism from Democratic strategists, who say he is trying to discredit women raising the allegations. The situation has become a familiar ritual, with politicians and strategists taking sides and defending their allies.
The performance of defending and discrediting has begun.
Author: Evan Null
