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FBI Inquiry Shadows Newsom Amid Chief of Staff Scandal

11/25/2025

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California Governor Gavin Newsom's aides are concerned after the FBI sent letters following the indictment of his former chief of staff, Dana Williamson, on 23 felony charges for campaign fund misappropriation.
Williamson allegedly conspired to divert $225,000 from the campaign account of Xavier Becerra, a former congressman running for governor.
Although neither Newsom nor Becerra faces accusations, the scandal could impact their political futures ahead of the 2028 elections.
Williamson has pleaded not guilty to all charges.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom's aides are concerned after the FBI sent letters following the indictment of his former chief of staff, Dana Williamson, on 23 felony charges for campaign fund misappropriation.
Williamson allegedly conspired to divert $225,000 from the campaign account of Xavier Becerra, a former congressman running for governor.
Although neither Newsom nor Becerra faces accusations, the scandal could impact their political futures ahead of the 2028 elections.
Williamson has pleaded not guilty to all charges.