WASHINGTON, D.C. — Efforts to expel Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., and Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, from Congress gained support from lawmakers of both parties. At least two members of the House — one Republican and one Democrat — said they would vote in favor of the expulsion resolutions.

Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., said he would vote to expel both Swalwell and Gonzales if given the opportunity. "I will be voting yes on both measures." Donalds said. "These allegations are despicable and they demean the integrity of Congress. These things are just completely unacceptable." He added, "As far as I'm concerned, both gentlemen need to go home."

Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., said she would vote to expel Swalwell if the measure comes to the floor. Asked about Gonzales, she said, "Congressman Gonzales, I would, I've already said that." Jayapal added, "This is very important that we believe women and that we show people across the Capitol and across the country that we will not accept this kind of behavior."

The expulsion efforts follow allegations of sexual misconduct against both lawmakers. At least four women, including a former staffer, alleged sexual misconduct by Swalwell. One woman alleged that he twice sexually assaulted her when she was too intoxicated to consent. Two women alleged that he sent them unsolicited photos or videos of his penis. Another woman said that he kissed her without her consent in public. Ally Sammarco confirmed her account of her experience with Swalwell to reporters.

Swalwell said, "These allegations of sexual assault are flat false. They're absolutely false. They have never happened, and I will fight them with everything that I have." A cease-and-desist letter sent by his attorney to one of his accusers was obtained. The letter demanded that the woman immediately and permanently cease and desist from making false statements accusing Swalwell of sexual assault and nonconsensual sexual encounters and from publishing or disseminating such information in any form.

Swalwell is facing calls from colleagues and political groups to drop out of the California governor's race. Before the allegations, he was a leading candidate for the office. No date has been set for when the expulsion resolutions will be considered on the House floor. Gonzales has not publicly commented on the expulsion effort targeting him.