Hill veterans and experts argue Gonzales’ and Swalwell’s resignations under duress fall short of holding them accountable. Especially if — or when, they say — more victims come forward.

“I have learned again and again since Me Too went viral that courage inspires courage … people are more likely to come forward when they see other people sharing their experiences, demanding that they be treated seriously, demanding accountability,” said Fatima Goss Graves, CEO of the National Women’s Law Center. “The problem right now that we may be having in Congress is that there are members who believe there won’t be real consequences.