Eric Swalwell’s wife and children were seen at Los Cabos International Airport, returning from a week-long stay at a luxurious resort often referred to as the “billionaire’s playground.”
Swalwell, who is 45, did not accompany them. He stepped down from both Congress and the race for governor in California amid allegations of sexual misconduct from five women. He has denied these allegations.
Brittany Watts, along with their three kids—Nelson, Cricket, and Hank—was spotted enjoying time at the exclusive El Dorado Beach Club. Interestingly, this is a private members-only club where Swalwell’s estranged billionaire backer, Stephen Klubeck, owns a $45 million vacation property.
The El Dorado Beach Club operates solely on an invitation basis, requiring a starting fee of $10,000 per night.
Brittany, familiar with high-end accommodations, previously held a sales director position at the Ritz-Carlton in Half Moon, California, and also worked at Loews Chicago Hotel. Currently, she runs her own small business in the hospitality sector.
With services like personal chefs and housekeeping, the El Dorado Beach Villas are designed for a lavish stay, complete with beach and golf access.
Klubeck didn’t comment on whether Swalwell was at the Cabo property, though he has spoken fondly of it in the past.
Amidst the family’s return to Washington, D.C., Brittany looked somewhat overwhelmed while unloading numerous suitcases from a white SUV, with help from a man nearby.
Their children were seen accompanying her, carrying their own bags and backpacks.
Brittany has been a prominent figure in Swalwell’s now-defunct campaign. A notably criticized social media video features her interviewing him on a Santa Monica beach, where she expressed concern for Californians.
Swalwell has often shared moments with their children online.
Meanwhile, Klubeck made headlines by withdrawing his support for Swalwell after the allegations surfaced, even evicting him from his $26 million Beverly Hills mansion and demanding a refund of his $1 million campaign contribution.
“I no longer support Eric,” Klubeck stated, emphasizing a shift in his political allegiance to Libertarian views.
Klubeck, formerly the CEO of Diamond Resorts International, briefly ran for governor as a Democrat, endorsing Swalwell for his “integrity, focus and drive.”
The political landscape was shifting on Wednesday as candidates gathered for the first televised debate since Swalwell’s abrupt departure, which followed his resignation from Congress.
Candidates like Tom Steyer, Katie Porter, Xavier Becerra, and Matt Mahan took this opportunity to distance themselves from the unfolding controversy, appealing to Swalwell’s former progressive base.
Swalwell is facing serious allegations, including claims from a former staffer about a sexual assault that occurred during a charity gala in 2024. The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office has initiated a criminal investigation related to these accusations. Swalwell continues to deny all claims of rape and sexual misconduct.
Other allegations from three additional women cite inappropriate messages and unwelcome physical contact, with claims of supporting evidence through hospital visits and communications.
A former employee has alleged that after a night of excessive drinking in 2019, she found herself waking up next to Swalwell in a hotel, with no recollection of the events from the night before. Swalwell has denied this as well.
He has acknowledged having engaged in some unspecified “indiscretions” and expressed regret to his wife for his actions.
President Trump also weighed in on the situation, labeling Swalwell as a “despicable guy,” declaring that he has always been that way, and stated that he is unaware of the specific charges but maintains that “he’s a bad guy.”
