U.S. Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) has made serious allegations regarding Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), linked to his close association with former Rep. Eric Swalwell, who resigned recently amid multiple sexual misconduct accusations.
Luna urged Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) to investigate Gallego’s alleged misconduct, describing the situation as troubling. In her post on X, she stated, “It seems like the Senate has its own trash to take out,” referring to the concerning nature of the allegations.
While Luna did not initially name Gallego in her post, she later confirmed this to CBS News reporter Major Garrett. She alleged that the claims against Gallego involve serious matters, including sexual misconduct and potential campaign finance violations. Luna emphasized that a woman is reportedly preparing to speak with attorneys about an incident with Gallego, which is claimed to be sexual in nature.
“Engaging in the purchase of sex should be taken seriously,” Luna asserted, noting Gallego’s prior declaration of being Swalwell’s “best friend” and their close ties leading up to the current situation.
Details surrounding these allegations remain sparse at this time.
🚨 HOLY SMOKES. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna has referred Sen. RUBEN GALLEGO (D-AZ) to Ethics in the Senate due to troubling allegations
And there is purportedly a WOMAN coming forward. Gallego was a VERY close friend of Eric Swalwell.
“There is a woman that allegedly is coming… pic.twitter.com/LkSmlMY6Z4
— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) April 16, 2026
The timing of these events coincides with Swalwell’s resignation from the House following allegations of sexual assault and predatory behavior. Multiple accusations have surfaced against Swalwell, resulting in his withdrawal from the California gubernatorial race.
The Manhattan District Attorney is currently investigating one of the assault allegations, while the House Ethics Committee has also initiated a separate inquiry prior to Swalwell’s exit. Despite acknowledging past “mistakes,” Swalwell has firmly denied all allegations against him.
In contrast, Gallego, who previously chaired Swalwell’s unsuccessful presidential campaign, claimed ignorance of the specific allegations of misconduct but mentioned that he had heard rumors about Swalwell’s flirtatious tendencies. He admitted to being misguided in his trust of Swalwell and expressed support for the women who have come forward, advocating for justice.
While Gallego firmly denies any personal wrongdoing, he has labeled the claims against him as “right-wing conspiracy theories.”
