There’s growing buzz that East Bay Congressman Eric Swalwell is considering a run for California governor, but political experts note he would be joining a crowded field.

Swalwell’s office did not immediately return NBC Bay Area's calls, but there are growing hints he's running to succeed current Gov. Gavin Newsom next year, and there's growing speculation he will make his announcement Thursday on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!"

"Swalwell offers an interesting case, particularly for Democrats because a lot of this is going to go back to the impeachment days," political analyst Larry Gerston said.

Gerston said being on President Donald Trump’s bad side is a badge of honor in California for Swalwell, and it's a plus if he’s trying a run for governor.

Swalwell would join a list of 11 people formally

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