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    "modified_at": "2026-04-14 12:55:45",
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    "subtitle": "Leader of California Governor Race Pulls Out AND Resigns from Congress after Incident with Alleged Minor Caught on Video",
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    "body": "<p><a href=\"https://specialguests.com/california-governor-candidate-swalwell-gone/\">https://specialguests.com/california-governor-candidate-swalwell-gone/</a></p><p>In a stunning political turn, Eric Swalwell hasn&rsquo;t just withdrawn from California&rsquo;s gubernatorial race. He is now reportedly stepping away from Congress altogether&mdash;fueling speculation about what prompted such a rapid and decisive exit. If his cavorting with a Chinese spy while on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI) didn&rsquo;t do it, something much worse must have, right? According to one House member, it involved inappropriate behavior in a hotel room with a minor present.</p><p> </p><div id=\"bookmark-3f96b05f-cade-4a0a-a98e-6028a13e853a\"\n     class=\"release-content-bookmark release-content-bookmark--horizontal\">\n\n    \n    <div class=\"release-content-bookmark__details\">\n\n                    <a class=\"release-content-bookmark__title\"\n               href=\"https://x.com/nicksortor/status/2043851069386613050?s=20\"\n               rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\n               target=\"_blank\"               data-type=\"bookmark\"\n               data-track=\"Story WebBookmark Click\"\n               data-placement=\"content\"\n               data-id=\"3f96b05f-cade-4a0a-a98e-6028a13e853a\"\n           >\n                x.com/nicksortor/status/2043851069386613050            </a>\n        \n        \n        <a href=\"https://x.com/\"\n           target=\"_blank\"\n           rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\n           class=\"release-content-bookmark__provider\"\n        >\n            <img class=\"release-content-bookmark__provider-icon\" src=\"https://avatars.prezly.com/favicon?url=https%3A%2F%2Fx.com%2Fnicksortor%2Fstatus%2F2043851069386613050%3Fs%3D20&newsroom=46662e25-a449-4761-a697-c6ca27564dbb\" aria-hidden=\"true\" />\n            x.com        </a>\n    </div>\n</div>\n<p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Dr. Che Ahn (Shay AWN)</strong> now has a better chance of winning the Governor&rsquo;s race in California than does Swalwell. While he&rsquo;s a write-in candidate, Ahn is also an unabashed Christian who insists America must be home to Christian revival and that Swalwell&rsquo;s travails demonstrate that perfectly.</p><p> </p><div id=\"video-2c89d559-a70f-497a-80a7-3fea133dc248\" class=\"release-content-video release-content-video--embed release-content-video--contained\">\n    <div style=\"max-width: 56vh;\"><div style=\"left: 0; width: 100%; height: 0; position: relative; padding-bottom: 177.7778%;\"><iframe data-iframely-url=\"https://cdn.iframe.ly/api/iframe?url=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutube.com%2Fshorts%2FZW9JmeJy2RI%3Fsi%3DLvII6kwli4USPnzL%23_cb1776167734&key=8fe6cdec03482ac31f27a6ae8ea2fb3f\" style=\"top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; position: absolute; border: 0;\" allowfullscreen scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"></iframe></div></div><script async src=\"https://cdn.iframe.ly/embed.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"></script>\n</div><p> </p><p><strong>Learn more about HOPE FEST HERE: </strong><a href=\"https://www.hopecalifornia.us/\"><strong>HOME | Hope California</strong></a></p><p> </p><ul class=\"release-content-list release-content-list--bulleted release-content-list--align-inherit\"><li><span>Eric Swalwell exits race, raising questions about timing and motives</span></li></ul><p> </p><ul class=\"release-content-list release-content-list--bulleted release-content-list--align-inherit\"><li><span>Exit coincides with Che Ahn revival event in Los Angeles</span></li></ul><p> </p><ul class=\"release-content-list release-content-list--bulleted release-content-list--align-inherit\"><li><span>Che Ahn frames message as moral and spiritual renewal</span></li><li><span>Renewed scrutiny follows past controversy involving Chinese spy allegations</span></li></ul><p> </p><ul class=\"release-content-list release-content-list--bulleted release-content-list--align-inherit\"><li><span>Ana Paulina Luna amplifies calls for greater political transparency</span></li></ul><p> </p><p>The same weekend Swalwell&rsquo;s political future began to unravel, write-in gubernatorial candidate Che Ahn was leading a massive Christian revival gathering at the Los Angeles Coliseum&mdash;an event centered on faith, repentance, and moral clarity in leadership. As thousands gathered in prayer and worship, a very different narrative was beginning to take shape in California&rsquo;s political sphere.</p><p> </p><p>While details remain unconfirmed and continue to evolve, circulating reports and commentary from figures such as Ana Paulina Luna have intensified scrutiny around Swalwell&rsquo;s personal conduct and past associations. This includes renewed attention to previously reported concerns about his connections to a suspected Chinese intelligence operative&mdash;controversy that, until now, had not derailed his career.</p><p> </p><p>Adding another layer of intrigue are recent whispers involving Pam Bondi and alleged internal warnings&mdash;claims that initially sounded far-fetched but are now being reconsidered in light of Swalwell&rsquo;s sudden departure.</p><p> </p><p>Whether coincidence or something more consequential, the juxtaposition is striking: as one political figure retreats under mounting questions, another is stepping forward with a message rooted in accountability, transparency, and spiritual renewal.</p><p> </p><p>Che Ahn is available to discuss:</p><p> </p><p>How moral leadership&mdash;and its absence&mdash;is reshaping California politics</p><p> </p><p>Why faith-based movements are gaining momentum amid institutional distrust</p><p> </p><p>The broader implications of Swalwell&rsquo;s exit for the gubernatorial race</p><p> </p><p>What voters should demand from those seeking power in turbulent times</p><p> </p><p>In a moment when headlines are dominated by uncertainty and unanswered questions, Ahn offers a perspective grounded not in speculation, but in principle.</p><p> </p><p>Interviews are available upon request.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Relevant Article(s):</strong></p><p><a href=\"https://www.sfgate.com/politics/article/eric-swalwell-governor-sexual-assault-22200385.php\"><strong>Eric Swalwell under investigation in NYC for alleged sexual assault</strong></a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><a href=\"https://www.axios.com/2026/04/13/eric-swalwell-resigns-congress-sexual-allegations\"><strong>Eric Swalwell announces resignation from Congress</strong></a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><a href=\"https://nypost.com/2026/04/02/us-news/white-house-denies-pam-bondi-fired-over-eric-swalwell-rumors/\"><strong>White House denies Pam Bondi fired over Eric Swalwell rumors</strong></a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>OPTIONAL Q&amp;A:</strong></p><p> </p><ol class=\"release-content-list release-content-list--numbered release-content-list--align-inherit\"><li><span>How does Eric Swalwell&rsquo;s sudden withdrawal from the governor&rsquo;s race&mdash;and reported resignation from Congress&mdash;reflect deeper instability within California&rsquo;s political leadership?</span></li><li><span>What does the timing of Swalwell&rsquo;s exit, coinciding with your Los Angeles Coliseum revival event, suggest about the cultural and moral crossroads facing the state?</span></li><li><span>How should voters process the growing swirl of allegations and unanswered questions being raised by figures like Ana Paulina Luna?</span></li><li><span>Does this moment reinforce concerns about accountability in Washington, especially given Swalwell&rsquo;s past controversy involving a suspected Chinese intelligence operative?</span></li><li><span>What do you make of resurfacing claims involving Pam Bondi and alleged internal warnings&mdash;coincidence, or something more systemic?</span></li><li><span>In your view, why do political figures often appear to avoid consequences&mdash;until suddenly they don&rsquo;t?</span></li><li><span>How does your message of revival and repentance contrast with what many see as a pattern of ethical erosion in public office?</span></li><li><span>At a time when trust in institutions is low, what specific qualities should Californians demand from their next governor?</span></li></ol><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>ABOUT DR. CHE AHN&hellip;</strong></p><p>Che Ahn is a pastor, national faith leader, and Republican candidate for governor of California. He gained national attention after successfully challenging California&rsquo;s COVID-era restrictions on churches, securing a legal victory that reinforced protections for religious freedom. He is widely recognized for his leadership, advocacy, and commitment to constitutional principles.</p><p><a href=\"https://www.cheahn.org/\"><strong>Ch&eacute; Ahn Media</strong></a></p><p><strong>TO SCHEDULE AN INTERVIEW, CALL OR TEXT 512-966-0983 OR EMAIL </strong><a href=\"mailto:BOOKINGS@SPECIALGUESTS.COM\"><strong>BOOKINGS@SPECIALGUESTS.COM</strong></a></p>\n    <figure\n        class=\"release-content-image release-content-image--contained release-content-image--align-center\"\n    >\n        <a class=\"release-content-image__link\"\n           id=\"image-8272aef3-903b-430f-bc7d-c23078a2130c\"\n           href=\"https://specialguests.com/guests-topics/\"\n           data-id=\"8272aef3-903b-430f-bc7d-c23078a2130c\"\n           data-track=\"Story Image View\"\n           data-placement=\"content\"\n                            target=\"_blank\"\n                rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\n                       style=\"width: 13.89%\"\n        >\n            <img\n                class=\"release-content-image__image\"\n                src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/8272aef3-903b-430f-bc7d-c23078a2130c/-/format/auto/\"\n                alt=\"\"\n                            >\n        </a>\n        <figcaption class=\"release-content-image__caption\"></figcaption>\n    </figure>\n<p>&nbsp;</p>",
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