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Newsom Accuses Trump Admin of Politically Motivated Probe

California Governor Gavin Newsom has accused the Justice Department, under the Trump administration, of launching a politically motivated investigation into him and his wife. Newsom alleges that federal agents are targeting him due to his potential presidential bid and his criticism of Donald Trump. While a source familiar with the matter denied a specific investigation into Newsom, they confirmed multiple federal probes into individuals associated with him, including one concerning his wife's taxes, which reportedly began last year following internal complaints. AI

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Newsom Accuses Trump Admin of Politically Motivated Probe

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Sophie Austin, Alanna Durkin Richer, The Associated Press ·

    Gavin Newsom accuses Trump of launching political probe into him. The real issue may be his wife’s taxes

    Federal agents have contacted friends, former employees, and organizations tied to Newsom and his wife.