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Story summary
- Dana Williamson, former chief of staff to California Governor Gavin Newsom, is charged with tax fraud and conspiracy to steal campaign funds.
- Prosecutors say Williamson diverted about $225,000 from a dormant campaign account linked to former Health Secretary Xavier Becerra.
- Williamson is accused of filing false tax returns claiming over $1.7 million in business expenses.
- The case is set for court on April 16 with a possible 20-year sentence.
