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Former Newsom Aide Arrested in Fraud Probe, Denies Wrongdoing

11/17/2025

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Dana Williamson, former chief of staff to California Governor Gavin Newsom, was arrested in a federal probe accusing bank and wire fraud and a scheme to siphon campaign funds.
Greg Campbell and Sean McCluskie have agreed to plead guilty.
Investigators are examining Williamson's ties to an Activision Blizzard case, where she allegedly influenced litigation.
Williamson denies wrongdoing and cooperates with authorities.

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Story summary

Dana Williamson, former chief of staff to California Governor Gavin Newsom, was arrested in a federal probe accusing bank and wire fraud and a scheme to siphon campaign funds.
Greg Campbell and Sean McCluskie have agreed to plead guilty.
Investigators are examining Williamson's ties to an Activision Blizzard case, where she allegedly influenced litigation.
Williamson denies wrongdoing and cooperates with authorities.