Dana Williamson

California Gov. Gavin Newsom claims President Donald Trump's Justice Department launched a politically motivated investigation against him, but reports indicate key federal probes began before Trump's second administration. Multiple news outlets, citing sources, report investigations involving Newsom's orbit started under the Biden administration or originated from local complaints in California.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom claims the Justice Department's investigation against him is a politically motivated 'fishing expedition' linked to President Donald Trump, but reports indicate key federal investigations began before Trump's second administration. News organizations cite sources stating at least one inquiry originated in California and was opened during the Biden administration, contradicting Newsom's assertions.

California Attorney General Rob Bonta supports Gov. Gavin Newsom's claim that the Trump administration is weaponizing the Justice Department, despite reports the probe into Newsom and his wife originated in California. Bonta accuses Trump of using the DOJ for political persecution, while Sen. Adam Schiff declined to comment on the probe's origins.

California Attorney General Rob Bonta supports Governor Gavin Newsom's claim that the Trump administration is weaponizing the Justice Department, despite reports the federal probe into Newsom and his wife originated in California. Bonta and Newsom assert the investigation is politically motivated, while Sen. Adam Schiff declined to comment on the probe's origin.

Dana Williamson, a top California Democratic strategist, pleaded guilty to fraud charges involving $225,000 from Xavier Becerra's campaign funds. Williamson has ties to Governor Gavin Newsom and conspired to divert the money to Sean McCluskie. The admission may fuel attacks in the gubernatorial race.

Dana Williamson, a former aide to Governor Gavin Newsom and gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra, has struck a plea deal in a federal corruption case, pleading guilty to three counts. The other 20 charges will be dropped. Williamson's plea agreement was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California.

Dana Williamson, a consultant to Becerra, has agreed to plead guilty to three counts of skimming campaign funds. The case involves misappropriation of funds intended for political campaigns. Williamson's plea is expected to have implications for Becerra's campaign.