Demand Fiona Ma Withdraw From The Lt. Governor Contest
When Congressman Eric Swalwell faced scandal, the people demanded accountability, and he stepped aside. Now, Californians must ask the same of State Treasurer Fiona Ma.
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California is at a Turning Point
Fiona says this was a frivolous sexual harrassment lawsuit. Read the facts below.
In April 2026, Congressman Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress and withdrew from the race for Governor following multiple allegations of sexual assault and misconduct — acknowledging that such conduct is incompatible with the public trust. The people of California demanded accountability. He listened.
The Allegations Against Treasurer Ma
Fiona Ma continues to misrepresent the case and claim she was vindicated, silencing her victim. However, the facts are a matter of public record and court filings.
In July 2021, Judith Blackwell — a senior state official who served as Executive Director of two of California's most powerful affordable housing committees — filed a civil lawsuit against Treasurer Ma and the State Treasurer's Office alleging a sustained pattern of sexual harassment, including:
- Repeated sexual exposure: Ma called Blackwell into her bedroom during shared lodging and repeatedly exposed her nude backside to her subordinate in what Blackwell described as "intentional" acts.
- Climbing into a subordinate's bed: In May 2020, Ma climbed into bed with Blackwell while Blackwell was attempting to sleep. Blackwell testified she was overcome with "fear and confusion."
- Improper gifts: Ma provided Blackwell with jewelry, artwork, and edible marijuana — gifts the complaint alleged were designed to cultivate personal loyalty and silence.
- A pattern, not an incident: Investigative reporting confirmed Ma shared hotel rooms with her Chief of Staff at least 13 times over a two-year period.
In September 2023, Sacramento County Superior Court Judge Christopher Krueger refused to dismiss the claims, finding that if a jury credited Blackwell's testimony, it would establish sexual harassment under California law. The case was headed to public trial.
In August 2024, just weeks before trial, the State of California Treasurer's Office authorized $350,000 in taxpayer funds to settle the case. Treasurer Ma called it a "vindication." We call it what it is: a bill sent to the people of California for her conduct.
The Standard We Demand
Survivors of workplace sexual harassment deserve a government that holds itself accountable. The people of California deserve leaders whose integrity is beyond question — not leaders whose misconduct was resolved with a $350,000 bill to taxpayers.
No one is above the law. No one is above accountability. Not anymore.