Declassified FBI documents: Swalwell admitted affair with Chinese spy; internships probed

Newly declassified FBI documents show former California Rep. Eric Swalwell admitted to an affair with a Chinese spy, and investigators say they are probing whether internships were linked to campaign contributions.

Published Aug 22, 2026, 9:21 AM EDT | WFMZZ

Newly declassified FBI documents indicate former Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell admitted to having an affair with a Chinese spy. Investigators are also examining whether Swalwell accepted campaign contributions in exchange for recommending internships.

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No music, no name brands, prices lower than Walmart — the Aldi model explained

Aldi is known for low prices and is America’s fastest-growing grocery chain. Its no‑frills model — no in‑store music, mostly private‑label products and keeping items in shipping boxes...

Published Nov 4, 2026, 6:15 AM EST

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Are Trump’s proposed $5,000 checks still coming?

President Donald Trump pledged $5,000 checks contingent on Republicans winning control of Congress. With projections showing Republicans likely to lose both the House and the Senate, it is...

Published Nov 4, 2026, 6:15 AM EST

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Kansas elects first Democratic U.S. senator in 94 years

Kansas has elected a Democrat to the U.S. Senate for the first time in 94 years, a milestone not seen since the 1930s. The result came after comments...

Published Nov 4, 2026, 6:10 AM EST

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Pepsi, Walmart launch $20 holiday baking kit with cardboard oven

Pepsi and Walmart have released a limited-edition $20 holiday baking kit sold at Walmart. The bundle pairs Pepsi Vanilla & Cream with sugar cookie mix, icing and festive...