Gavin Newsom says DOJ probe is political — but take a closer look

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Posted on AllSides June 16, 2026

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Federal investigators are reportedly examining the finances and nonprofit activities of Jennifer Siebel Newsom, California's "first partner" and wife of Gov. Gavin Newsom. The governor went public Monday, accusing President Trump of orchestrating the probes as political revenge against a potential 2028 presidential rival.

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