Rep. Eric Swalwell Threatens Defamation Suit Against Alameda DA
Swalwell demands retraction from District Attorney Pamela Price over Facebook post linking him to alleged jury discrimination.
- Swalwell's attorneys issued an ultimatum for Price to retract statements or face a defamation lawsuit.
- The controversy stems from a Facebook post by Price suggesting Swalwell's recall support was to hide past unethical practices.
- Price's allegations involve claims of discriminatory jury selection by previous Alameda County prosecutors.
- Swalwell denies any involvement and criticizes Price for not providing evidence to support her claims.
- The dispute highlights ongoing tensions between Swalwell and Price amid a recall campaign against the DA.