Representation Project

California Gov. Gavin Newsom and his wife have hired Abbe Lowell, a former attorney for Hunter Biden, as federal investigations examine financial and nonprofit matters involving Newsom's family and a separate fraud case linked to his former chief of staff. The investigations, originating from whistleblowers, focus on tax scrutiny of Jennifer Siebel Newsom's nonprofit and a production company, and a prior fraud case involving Dana Williamson.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom and his wife have hired Abbe Lowell, a former attorney for Hunter Biden, as federal investigations examine financial and nonprofit matters tied to Newsom's family and a separate fraud case involving his former chief of staff. The investigations, linked to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of California, focus on Jennifer Siebel Newsom's nonprofit and business activities and a prior fraud case involving Dana Williamson.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche dismissed California Gov. Gavin Newsom's claims that the Justice Department is politically targeting him and his wife, stating the governor's assertions are 'not grounded in fact.' Newsom alleged President Donald Trump directed the DOJ to investigate him and his wife due to his potential presidential run, but Blanche declined to comment on ongoing investigations. Federal sources indicated Jennifer Siebel Newsom is under scrutiny, though the DOJ has not confirmed any investigation against Newsom.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche dismissed California Gov. Gavin Newsom's claims that the Justice Department is politically targeting him and his wife, stating the governor's assertions are not 'grounded in fact.' Newsom alleged the investigation was ordered by President Donald Trump to undermine a potential White House campaign, while the DOJ investigation reportedly involves Jennifer Siebel Newsom's nonprofit and financial matters.

The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating California Governor Gavin Newsom and his wife Jennifer Siebel Newsom, whom Newsom claims is a politically motivated attack by President Donald Trump. Siebel Newsom's for-profit and nonprofit organizations, including the Representation Project and Girls Club Entertainment, are under scrutiny for financial ties involving behested payments, which are legal in California but considered ethically questionable by some media outlets.