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politics24 days ago•7 min saved

Ex-staffer’s Guilty Plea Tightens Spotlight on Newsom DOJ Probes

Federal probes into Gov. Gavin Newsom and his wife widen as ex-chief of staff Dana Williamson pleads guilty to conspiracy to loot a campaign account tied to Xavier Becerra, plus false tax returns and FBI lies regarding Activision Blizzard. Williamson’s case, still under sentencing, puts Newsom’s circle under scrutiny while he maintains no wrongdoing and frames the inquiries as politically motivated. Legal experts say the investigations could be embarrassing but aren’t proof of misconduct by Newsom, though they keep open the possibility of broader implications if more links emerge; no charges have been filed against Newsom or Siebel Newsom.

via New York Post|

#activision-blizzard #dana-williamson #doj-investigations

politics24 days ago•6 min saved

Newsom’s Wife Criticizes Tradwives, Blames Sexism for Clinton and Harris Losses

Jennifer Siebel Newsom denounces the tradwife movement as harmful and says sexism played a major role in Hillary Clinton and Kamala Harris’s presidential defeats, arguing women should shape culture and policy; she links these dynamics to broader democratic concerns and references Russia interference, while noting a DOJ probe into her and Gov. Gavin Newsom and promoting her film Miss Representation: Rise Up.

via New York Post|

#hillary-clinton #jennifer-siebel-newsom #kamala-harris

politics26 days ago•11 min saved

Newsom faces riskier terrain as DOJ probes widen

Federal investigators are widening probes into Gavin Newsom and his wife Jennifer Siebel Newsom, examining taxes, finances and nonprofit work tied to their advocacy groups. Allies warn the investigations could force staff to seek legal representation and alter the governor’s political calculus, though officials say no charges are imminent. The escalation reflects a tougher, higher-stakes phase in the Newsoms’ feud with the White House, with potential implications for a future national bid while Newsom remains focused on California.

via Politico|

#behested-payments #california-politics #department-of-justice

politics28 days ago•187 min saved

DOJ probes Jennifer Siebel Newsom in tax-related inquiry

Federal investigators are examining Jennifer Siebel Newsom for tax-related conduct in an inquiry launched last year by the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Sacramento; the probe has involved witness interviews and grand jury subpoenas, with records tied to Newsom’s family reportedly subpoenaed, and it is being pursued by teams in Washington and Sacramento as DOJ leadership faces scrutiny ahead of a potential confirmation.

via CNN|

#gavin-newsom #investigation #jennifer-siebel-newsom

politics29 days ago•12 min saved

Family probes as power plays: a new authoritarian tactic in US politics

LA Times columnist Anita Chabria argues that the DOJ probe of Jennifer Siebel Newsom reflects a forward‑looking, selective prosecution aimed at neutralizing Gavin Newsom as a potential 2028 rival, signaling a more authoritarian tactic than past grievances; the piece cites Harvard’s Steven Levitsky and notes that right‑wing media have attacked Siebel Newsom, while Newsom frames the investigation as baseless and urges resilience to defend democracy.

via Los Angeles Times|

#authoritarianism #doj-investigation #donald-trump

politics29 days ago•5 min saved

Newsom Claims Federal Probe Targets Him and His Wife Amid Trump DOJ Pressure

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said he and his wife are under federal investigation and accused Donald Trump of weaponizing the DOJ against his family, with reports noting probes into Jennifer Siebel Newsom’s nonprofit tax matters and a case involving his former chief of staff Dana Williamson; federal agents have contacted associates, while the DOJ declined comment and Newsom frames the investigations as political retaliation in the context of his potential 2028 presidential ambitions.

via The Washington Post|

#california-politics #doj-investigation #donald-trump

politics29 days ago•2 min saved

Newsom claims Trump directed DOJ probes of him and his wife

California Gov. Gavin Newsom says Donald Trump directed the DOJ to investigate him and his wife Jennifer Siebel Newsom, with federal agents reportedly visiting associates and demanding records; the probes, centered in California, have been ongoing for about a year, and Newsom insists his family should be kept out of what he calls a political vendetta.

via The Guardian|

#doj #donald-trump #gavin-newsom

politics29 days ago•182 min saved

Newsom alleges DOJ investigation targets him and his wife

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said in a video that the Department of Justice is investigating him and his wife, accusing President Trump of using federal agencies to go after a political enemy. The claim cites no publicly available evidence of wrongdoing; CNN has asked the FBI for comment and the DOJ declined to comment, and The New York Times first reported Newsom’s announcement. The story is developing.

via CNN|

#doj #donald-trump #gavin-newsom

personal-story3 years ago•4 min saved

Gavin Newsom's wife admits to accidental killing of older sister in golf cart incident.

Jennifer Siebel Newsom, the wife of California Governor Gavin Newsom, has revealed that she accidentally killed her older sister in a golf cart accident when she was seven years old. She also opened up about her case against Harvey Weinstein, which was dismissed in 2022. Siebel Newsom testified that Weinstein sexually assaulted her during a meeting in 2005. She hopes to use her experiences to make a positive impact on society and achieve equity for women.

via Daily Mail|

#family-tragedy #gavin-newsom #harvey-weinstein

health3 years ago•0 min saved

Jennifer Siebel Newsom's Skin Cancer Surgery Warning

Jennifer Siebel Newsom, the wife of California Gov. Gavin Newsom, shared a warning video on Instagram after undergoing her second small Mohs surgery for skin cancer. She urged viewers to take care of themselves, get regular check-ups with a dermatologist, and wear hats and sunblock. Siebel Newsom also revealed a scar on her face and said she had a "little spot" that she took too long to get checked.

via The Daily Beast|

#dermatologist #health #jennifer-siebel-newsom

health3 years ago•2 min saved

Jennifer Siebel Newsom Unveils Facial Scar Post-Skin Cancer Surgery.

Jennifer Siebel Newsom, California's first lady, revealed a large facial scar on social media after undergoing her second Mohs surgery for carcinoma on her face. She stressed the importance of regular check-ups and sun protection to avoid surgery. Mohs surgery is a delicate procedure that removes one layer of infected tissue at a time, evaluating each sample under a microscope for cancer. Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the second most common form of skin cancer, caused by DNA damage from ultraviolet radiation or foreign agents. Siebel Newsom recommended wearing a hat and sunscreen during the strongest hours of sunlight.

via New York Post |

#california #health #jennifer-siebel-newsom