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Newsom Condemns Trump's DOJ Targeting of Political Opponents

4/8/2026

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California Governor Gavin Newsom's office criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's use of Department of Justice to target political opponents.
Blanche, a former Trump lawyer, said investigations involve individuals Trump has previously clashed with.
Newsom's office described this as a "disgusting abuse of power" and questioned DOJ independence.
The statement suggests U.S. President Donald Trump intends to use the DOJ against his political enemies, raising concerns about justice.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom's office criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's use of Department of Justice to target political opponents.
Blanche, a former Trump lawyer, said investigations involve individuals Trump has previously clashed with.
Newsom's office described this as a "disgusting abuse of power" and questioned DOJ independence.
The statement suggests U.S. President Donald Trump intends to use the DOJ against his political enemies, raising concerns about justice.