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SACRAMENTO, Calif (AP) — Democratic California Gov.Gavin Newsomon Monday accused the Justice Department of launching a politically-motivated investigation into him and his wife, saying the Trump administration was targeting him ashe weighs a presidential bid. Newsom, a longtime political rival of the Republican president, said in a video posted on X that federal agents have knocked on the doors of his friends and former employees, and have asked for records. Newsom didn't provide specifics on the nature of the probe, but his office said the inquiry appears to have recently expanded into “increasingly personal matters involving the Governor's family and professional network.” “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets,” Newsom said, referencing his use of social media to mock Trump. “He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president, because he hates that I’ve consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit.” The full details of any Justice Department inquires related to Newsom were not immediately clear. But the revelations were likely to escalate accusations from critics that the Trump administration is using the …

BREAKING California Gov. Gavin #Newsom issues stmt and video alleging the Trump administration is investigating him. In the video, Newsom alleges: "#Trump isn't just coming after me because of my mean tweets. He's coming after me because I'm considering running for president."

SACRAMENTO, Calif (AP) — Democratic California Gov.Gavin Newsomon Monday accused the Justice Department of launching a politically-motivated investigation into him and his wife, saying the Trump administration was targeting him ashe weighs a presidential bid. Newsom, a longtime political rival of the Republican president, said in a video posted on X that federal agents have knocked on the doors of his friends and former employees, and have asked for records. Newsom didn't provide specifics on the nature of the probe, but his office said the inquiry appears to have recently expanded into “increasingly personal matters involving the Governor's family and professional network.” “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets,” Newsom said, referencing his use of social media to mock Trump. “He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president, because he hates that I’ve consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit.” The full details of any Justice Department inquires related to Newsom were not immediately clear. But the revelations were likely to escalate accusations from critics that the Trump administration is using the …

BREAKING: Gov. Gavin Newsom says the Trump Justice Department is investigating him and his wife. "Donald Trump isn't just coming after me because of my mean Tweets. He's coming after me because I am considering running for President."

Gov. Gavin Newsom said Monday, June 15, that the Trump administration’s U.S. Department of Justice is investigating him and his family. Although he didn’t disclose details of what the investigation is centered on, Newsom said federal agents “have knocked on the doors of family friends and former employees” and appear to be focused on first partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) By Charlie Borla | cborla@scng.com PUBLISHED: June 15, 2026 at 1:32 PM PDT | UPDATED: June 15, 2026 at 4:25 PM PDT Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating Gov. Gavin Newsom and first partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, questioning people connected to them, the governor said Monday. Newsom, in a video message on Monday, June 15, accused President Donald Trump , long his political rival, of spurring the federal probe because Newsom is weighing a run for president in 2028 . “In recent days, federal agents have knocked on the doors of family friends and former employees. Not because they found a crime. Because they are simply trying to find one,” Newsom said. “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets; he’s co…

Now 98° Tue 91° Wed 86° Armstrong Williams takes on the news of the week and asks the questions you want answered. Don’t miss our weekly town hall! byCHARLOTTE HAZARD | The National News Desk WASHINGTON (TNND) —California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsomsaid Monday that he and his wife are under investigation from the Department of Justice. He said that President Donald Trump is only coming after him because he is consideringrunning for president in 2028. A source familiar with the matter said there are multiple federal investigations into people around Newsom, with one of them being about his wife’s taxes,according to The Associated Press. As of now, the DOJ has not put out a statement about Newsom’s claims. In a video attached to his X post, Newsom said he was “proud” to be on Trump’s hit list. “After calling for my arrest last year, Donald Trump directed his Department of Justice to investigate me,” he said. “And just in the last week, I’ve learned that his campaign has reached my own home.”

BREAKING: California Gov. Gavin Newsom says Donald Trump has directed the Justice Department to investigate him and his wife, alleging federal agents have been knocking on the doors of family, friends, and former employees

SACRAMENTO, Calif (AP) — Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday accused the Justice Department of launching a politically motivated investigation into him and his wife, saying the Trump administration was targeting him as he weighs a presidential bid. Newsom, a longtime political rival of the Republican president, said in a video posted on X that federal agents have knocked on the doors of his friends and former employees, and have asked for records. Newsom didn’t provide specifics on the nature of the probe, but his office said the inquiry appears to have recently expanded into “increasingly personal matters involving the Governor’s family and professional network.” “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets,” Newsom said, referencing his use of social media to mock Trump. “He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president, because he hates that I’ve consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit.” The full details of any Justice Department inquires related to Newsom were not immediately clear. But the revelations were likely to escalate accusations from critics that the Trump administration is using the …

BREAKING: California Gov. Gavin Newsom says Donald Trump has directed the Justice Department to investigate him and his wife, alleging federal agents have been knocking on the doors of family, friends, and former employees

🚨BREAKING: California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) said Monday that President Donald Trump directed the Department of Justice to investigate him and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...

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Now 84° Tue 71° Wed 73° byCHARLOTTE HAZARD | The National News Desk WASHINGTON (TNND) —California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsomsaid Monday that he and his wife are under investigation from the Department of Justice. He said that President Donald Trump is only coming after him because he is consideringrunning for president in 2028. A source familiar with the matter said there are multiple federal investigations into people around Newsom, with one of them being about his wife’s taxes,according to The Associated Press. As of now, the DOJ has not put out a statement about Newsom’s claims. In a video attached to his X post, Newsom said he was “proud” to be on Trump’s hit list. “After calling for my arrest last year, Donald Trump directed his Department of Justice to investigate me,” he said. “And just in the last week, I’ve learned that his campaign has reached my own home.”

Now 84° Tue 71° Wed 73° byCHARLOTTE HAZARD | The National News Desk WASHINGTON (TNND) —California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsomsaid Monday that he and his wife are under investigation from the Department of Justice. He said that President Donald Trump is only coming after him because he is consideringrunning for president in 2028. A source familiar with the matter said there are multiple federal investigations into people around Newsom, with one of them being about his wife’s taxes,according to The Associated Press. As of now, the DOJ has not put out a statement about Newsom’s claims. In a video attached to his X post, Newsom said he was “proud” to be on Trump’s hit list. “After calling for my arrest last year, Donald Trump directed his Department of Justice to investigate me,” he said. “And just in the last week, I’ve learned that his campaign has reached my own home.”

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News National Politics Actions Facebook Tweet Email California Gov. Gavin Newsom says Trump's Justice Department is investigating him It was not immediately clear what the investigation sought. Gov. Newsom alleged the DOJ was "simply trying to find" evidence of any crimes. Prev Next California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that the U.S. Department of Justice has begun investigating him and members of his family, as well as friends and former employees. (Scripps News) By: Scripps News Group Posted and last updated California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that the U.S. Department of Justice has begun investigating him and members of his family, as well as friends and former employees. It was not immediately clear what the investigation sought. Gov. Newsom alleged the DOJ was "simply trying to find" evidence of any crimes. He said federal agents had demanded records and unspecified documents. "Donald Trump isn't just coming after me because of my mean tweets," Newsom said in a video statement. "He's coming after me because I am considering running for President. Because he hates that I've consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit. Donald Trump i…

Now 84° Tue 71° Wed 73° byCHARLOTTE HAZARD | The National News Desk WASHINGTON (TNND) —California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsomsaid Monday that he and his wife are under investigation from the Department of Justice. He said that President Donald Trump is only coming after him because he is consideringrunning for president in 2028. A source familiar with the matter said there are multiple federal investigations into people around Newsom, with one of them being about his wife’s taxes,according to The Associated Press. As of now, the DOJ has not put out a statement about Newsom’s claims. In a video attached to his X post, Newsom said he was “proud” to be on Trump’s hit list. “After calling for my arrest last year, Donald Trump directed his Department of Justice to investigate me,” he said. “And just in the last week, I’ve learned that his campaign has reached my own home.”

Now 98° Tue 91° Wed 86° Armstrong Williams takes on the news of the week and asks the questions you want answered. Don’t miss our weekly town hall! byCHARLOTTE HAZARD | The National News Desk WASHINGTON (TNND) —California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsomsaid Monday that he and his wife are under investigation from the Department of Justice. He said that President Donald Trump is only coming after him because he is consideringrunning for president in 2028. A source familiar with the matter said there are multiple federal investigations into people around Newsom, with one of them being about his wife’s taxes,according to The Associated Press. As of now, the DOJ has not put out a statement about Newsom’s claims. In a video attached to his X post, Newsom said he was “proud” to be on Trump’s hit list. “After calling for my arrest last year, Donald Trump directed his Department of Justice to investigate me,” he said. “And just in the last week, I’ve learned that his campaign has reached my own home.”

BREAKING: California Gov. Gavin Newsom says Donald Trump has directed the Justice Department to investigate him and his wife, alleging federal agents have been knocking on the doors of family, friends, and former employees

Now 98° Tue 91° Wed 86° Armstrong Williams takes on the news of the week and asks the questions you want answered. Don’t miss our weekly town hall! byCHARLOTTE HAZARD | The National News Desk WASHINGTON (TNND) —California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsomsaid Monday that he and his wife are under investigation from the Department of Justice. He said that President Donald Trump is only coming after him because he is consideringrunning for president in 2028. A source familiar with the matter said there are multiple federal investigations into people around Newsom, with one of them being about his wife’s taxes,according to The Associated Press. As of now, the DOJ has not put out a statement about Newsom’s claims. In a video attached to his X post, Newsom said he was “proud” to be on Trump’s hit list. “After calling for my arrest last year, Donald Trump directed his Department of Justice to investigate me,” he said. “And just in the last week, I’ve learned that his campaign has reached my own home.”

Gavin Newsom Claims Justice Department Probe Targeting Him ... California Governor Gavin Newsom has claimed that he and his wife are under investigation by the US Department of Justice in what he describes as a politically motivated probe directed by President Donald Trump. In a statement on Monday, Newsom said federal agents had recently contacted family members, friends, and former staff, alleging an extensive effort to uncover wrongdoing. “They have knocked on the doors of family, friends and former employees not because they found a crime, because they’re simply trying to find one,” he said. He further accused investigators of demanding records and misusing the grand jury process to “dig through years and years of random documents.” Newsom argued that the investigation was tied to his political profile and potential future ambitions, claiming Trump’s administration was targeting him because he has been a vocal critic of the president. “He isn’t coming after me because of mean tweets, but because I am considering running for president,” he said. Related News: US Justice Department Fires Prosecutor Linked to Epstein and Diddy Cases California Governor Newsom Beats back GOP-led R…

California's Gavin Newsom alleges justice department is investigating his wife and ex-staff A source familiar with the investigations says they had been ongoing for "roughly a year".

Now 84° Tue 71° Wed 73° byCHARLOTTE HAZARD | The National News Desk WASHINGTON (TNND) —California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsomsaid Monday that he and his wife are under investigation from the Department of Justice. He said that President Donald Trump is only coming after him because he is consideringrunning for president in 2028. A source familiar with the matter said there are multiple federal investigations into people around Newsom, with one of them being about his wife’s taxes,according to The Associated Press. As of now, the DOJ has not put out a statement about Newsom’s claims. In a video attached to his X post, Newsom said he was “proud” to be on Trump’s hit list. “After calling for my arrest last year, Donald Trump directed his Department of Justice to investigate me,” he said. “And just in the last week, I’ve learned that his campaign has reached my own home.”

And, @schiff.senate.gov joins the table to respond to breaking news out of California, where Gov. Gavin Newsom says Trump's DOJ has launched a new investigation into him and his wife. So far the scope of the investigation is unknown, and no charges have been filed.

Gavin Newsom's Attack on Trump Over DOJ Probe Backfires as Social Media ... CURRENT EVENTS Gavin Newsom's Attack on Trump Over DOJ Probe Backfires as Social Media Users Label Him a 'Fraud' By Morning Honey Staff June 16, 2026 Add Morning Honey on Google Gavin Newsom claims Donald Trump has allegedly launched a political attack against him and his wife. (Image Credits: Instagram/@whitehouse; Flickr/Gage Skidmore) Tap Here to Add Morning Honey As A Trusted Source Key Highlights The political rivalry between Donald Trump and Gavin Newsom has gone personal, claims the California Governor. Newsom shared a video on his social media platforms, accusing the president of misusing his power by using the Department of Justice to target not only him but also his family members and ex-staff. Newsom emphasized that he is proud to be on Trump’s hit list, accusing that he has been making similar moves to his public critics to shut them down. He did not stop there, accusing the president of corruption and using various methods to make himself and his family richer. But the social media users were not buying his words , as they slammed him for painting himself as a victim of Trump’s abuse of power.…

California's Gavin Newsom alleges justice department is investigating his wife and ex-staff A source familiar with the investigations said they had been ongoing for "roughly a year'".

Gov. Gavin Newsom said Monday, June 15, that the Trump administration’s U.S. Department of Justice is investigating him and his family. Although he didn’t disclose details of what the investigation is centered on, Newsom said federal agents “have knocked on the doors of family friends and former employees” and appear to be focused on first partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) By Charlie Borla | cborla@scng.com PUBLISHED: June 15, 2026 at 2:57 PM MDT | UPDATED: June 15, 2026 at 2:59 PM MDT Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating Gov. Gavin Newsom and first partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, questioning people connected to them, the governor said Monday. Newsom, in a video message on Monday, June 15, accused President Donald Trump , long his political rival, of spurring the federal probe because Newsom is weighing a run for president in 2028 . “In recent days, federal agents have knocked on the doors of family friends and former employees. Not because they found a crime. Because they are simply trying to find one,” Newsom said. “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets; he’s co…

SACRAMENTO, Calif (AP) — Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday accused the Justice Department of launching a politically motivated investigation into him and his wife, saying the Trump administration was targeting him as he weighs a presidential bid. Newsom, a longtime political rival of the Republican president, said in a video posted on X that federal agents have knocked on the doors of his friends and former employees, and have asked for records. Newsom didn’t provide specifics on the nature of the probe, but his office said the inquiry appears to have recently expanded into “increasingly personal matters involving the Governor’s family and professional network.” “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets,” Newsom said, referencing his use of social media to mock Trump. “He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president, because he hates that I’ve consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit.” The full details of any Justice Department inquires related to Newsom were not immediately clear. But the revelations were likely to escalate accusations from critics that the Trump administration is using the …

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SACRAMENTO, Calif (AP) — Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday accused the Justice Department of launching a politically motivated investigation into him and his wife, saying the Trump administration was targeting him as he weighs a presidential bid. Newsom, a longtime political rival of the Republican president, said in a video posted on X that federal agents have knocked on the doors of his friends and former employees, and have asked for records. Newsom didn’t provide specifics on the nature of the probe, but his office said the inquiry appears to have recently expanded into “increasingly personal matters involving the Governor’s family and professional network.” “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets,” Newsom said, referencing his use of social media to mock Trump. “He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president, because he hates that I’ve consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit.” The full details of any Justice Department inquires related to Newsom were not immediately clear. But the revelations were likely to escalate accusations from critics that the Trump administration is using the …

BREAKING California Gov. Gavin #Newsom issues stmt and video alleging the Trump administration is investigating him. In the video, Newsom alleges: "Trump isn't just coming after me because of my mean tweets. He's coming after me because I'm considering running for president."

Breaking today: Trump's DOJ is investigating Gavin Newsom and his wife Jennifer Siebel Newsom. Agents knocked on doors of friends, family, and former employees this week. No charges. No target letters. No crime found. Newsom: "He's coming after me because I'm considering running for president."

FILE - California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks during a news conference, Aug. 14, 2025, in Los Angeles. Marcio Jose Sanchez/AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez SACRAMENTO, Calif (AP) — Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday accused the Justice Department of launching a politically-motivated investigation into him and his wife, saying the Trump administration was targeting him as he weighs a presidential bid. Newsom, a longtime political rival of the Republican president, said in a video posted on X that federal agents have knocked on the doors of his friends and former employees, and have asked for records. Newsom didn't provide specifics on the nature of the probe, but his office said the inquiry appears to have recently expanded into “increasingly personal matters involving the Governor's family and professional network.” Advertisement Article continues below this ad “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets,” Newsom said, referencing his use of social media to mock Trump. “He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president, because he hates that I’ve consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit.” More News 7th S…

California governor accuses Trump of launching politically motivated investigation Gavin Newsom, a longtime political rival of the Republican president, says federal agents have in recent days been knocking on the doors of his friends and former employees, asking for records.

SACRAMENTO, Calif (AP) — Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday accused the Justice Department of launching a politically motivated investigation into him and his wife, saying the Trump administration was targeting him as he weighs a presidential bid. Newsom, a longtime political rival of the Republican president, said in a video posted on X that federal agents have knocked on the doors of his friends and former employees, and have asked for records. Newsom didn’t provide specifics on the nature of the probe, but his office said the inquiry appears to have recently expanded into “increasingly personal matters involving the Governor’s family and professional network.” “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets,” Newsom said, referencing his use of social media to mock Trump. “He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president, because he hates that I’ve consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit.” The full details of any Justice Department inquires related to Newsom were not immediately clear. But the revelations were likely to escalate accusations from critics that the Trump administration is using the …

BREAKING: California Gov. Gavin Newsom said on Monday that the Department of Justice is investigating him as well as his wife, and claimed that President Trump is "coming after me because I'm considering running for president." abcnews.link/2HenKPF

Now 98° Tue 91° Wed 86° Armstrong Williams takes on the news of the week and asks the questions you want answered. Don’t miss our weekly town hall! byCHARLOTTE HAZARD | The National News Desk WASHINGTON (TNND) —California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsomsaid Monday that he and his wife are under investigation from the Department of Justice. He said that President Donald Trump is only coming after him because he is consideringrunning for president in 2028. A source familiar with the matter said there are multiple federal investigations into people around Newsom, with one of them being about his wife’s taxes,according to The Associated Press. As of now, the DOJ has not put out a statement about Newsom’s claims. In a video attached to his X post, Newsom said he was “proud” to be on Trump’s hit list. “After calling for my arrest last year, Donald Trump directed his Department of Justice to investigate me,” he said. “And just in the last week, I’ve learned that his campaign has reached my own home.”

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Fact Check: Did Newsom say he'd do 'everything in my power' to stop ... HOME / FACT CHECK Fact Check: Did Newsom say he'd do 'everything in my power' to stop federal probes against him? An X post claimed Gavin Newsom vowed to block federal investigations, sparking criticism, skepticism, and widespread social media attention BY SAURAV SURESH PUBLISHED JUN 7, 2026 A viral rumor claimed California Governor Gavin Newsom vowed to block federal investigations into him, triggering criticism and speculation online (Getty Images) SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Amid allegations of rigging in California elections , a rumor began circulating on social media claiming that California Governor Gavin Newsom said he would do anything in his power to stop federal investigations into him, sparking criticism and speculation. Let us analyze and fact-check the claim's authenticity. Claim: Gavin Newsom to stop federal probes against him 🚨GAVIN NEWSOM THE CORRUPT CALIFORNIA CUNT JUST OPENLY DECLARED WAR ON FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT — “I’LL DO EVERYTHING IN MY POWER TO STAND IN THE WAY” OF ANY FEDERAL INVESTIGATION! Follow @RedLivesMatterQ This sniveling, slick-haired commie traitor just admitted on camera he’s… p…

SACRAMENTO, Calif (AP) — Democratic California Gov.Gavin Newsomon Monday accused the Justice Department of launching a politically-motivated investigation into him and his wife, saying the Trump administration was targeting him ashe weighs a presidential bid. Newsom, a longtime political rival of the Republican president, said in a video posted on X that federal agents have knocked on the doors of his friends and former employees, and have asked for records. Newsom didn't provide specifics on the nature of the probe, but his office said the inquiry appears to have recently expanded into “increasingly personal matters involving the Governor's family and professional network.” “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets,” Newsom said, referencing his use of social media to mock Trump. “He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president, because he hates that I’ve consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit.” The full details of any Justice Department inquires related to Newsom were not immediately clear. But the revelations were likely to escalate accusations from critics that the Trump administration is using the …

SACRAMENTO, Calif (AP) — Democratic California Gov.Gavin Newsomon Monday accused the Justice Department of launching a politically-motivated investigation into him and his wife, saying the Trump administration was targeting him ashe weighs a presidential bid. Newsom, a longtime political rival of the Republican president, said in a video posted on X that federal agents have knocked on the doors of his friends and former employees, and have asked for records. Newsom didn't provide specifics on the nature of the probe, but his office said the inquiry appears to have recently expanded into “increasingly personal matters involving the Governor's family and professional network.” “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets,” Newsom said, referencing his use of social media to mock Trump. “He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president, because he hates that I’ve consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit.” The full details of any Justice Department inquires related to Newsom were not immediately clear. But the revelations were likely to escalate accusations from critics that the Trump administration is using the …

News Politics Actions Facebook Tweet Email California Gov. Gavin Newsom says Trump's Justice Department is investigating him It was not immediately clear what the investigation sought. Gov. Newsom alleged the DOJ was "simply trying to find" evidence of any crimes. Prev Next California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that the U.S. Department of Justice has begun investigating him and members of his family, as well as friends and former employees. (Scripps News) By: Scripps News Group Posted and last updated California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that the U.S. Department of Justice has begun investigating him and members of his family, as well as friends and former employees. It was not immediately clear what the investigation sought. Gov. Newsom alleged the DOJ was "simply trying to find" evidence of any crimes. He said federal agents had demanded records and unspecified documents. "Donald Trump isn't just coming after me because of my mean tweets," Newsom said in a video statement. "He's coming after me because I am considering running for President. Because he hates that I've consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit. Donald Trump is simply …

The DOJ’s alleged investigation into Newsom and his wife marks the department’s latest high-profile probe against one of the president’s political foes. Newsom has been a vocal opponent of Trump’s attacks on democracy nationwide. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...

Now 84° Tue 71° Wed 73° byCHARLOTTE HAZARD | The National News Desk WASHINGTON (TNND) —California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsomsaid Monday that he and his wife are under investigation from the Department of Justice. He said that President Donald Trump is only coming after him because he is consideringrunning for president in 2028. A source familiar with the matter said there are multiple federal investigations into people around Newsom, with one of them being about his wife’s taxes,according to The Associated Press. As of now, the DOJ has not put out a statement about Newsom’s claims. In a video attached to his X post, Newsom said he was “proud” to be on Trump’s hit list. “After calling for my arrest last year, Donald Trump directed his Department of Justice to investigate me,” he said. “And just in the last week, I’ve learned that his campaign has reached my own home.”

Gov. Gavin Newsom said Monday, June 15, that the Trump administration’s U.S. Department of Justice is investigating him and his family. Although he didn’t disclose details of what the investigation is centered on, Newsom said federal agents “have knocked on the doors of family friends and former employees” and appear to be focused on first partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) By Charlie Borla | cborla@scng.com PUBLISHED: June 15, 2026 at 1:32 PM PDT | UPDATED: June 15, 2026 at 4:25 PM PDT Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating Gov. Gavin Newsom and first partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, questioning people connected to them, the governor said Monday. Newsom, in a video message on Monday, June 15, accused President Donald Trump , long his political rival, of spurring the federal probe because Newsom is weighing a run for president in 2028 . “In recent days, federal agents have knocked on the doors of family friends and former employees. Not because they found a crime. Because they are simply trying to find one,” Newsom said. “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets; he’s co…

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Now 98° Tue 91° Wed 86° Armstrong Williams takes on the news of the week and asks the questions you want answered. Don’t miss our weekly town hall! byCHARLOTTE HAZARD | The National News Desk WASHINGTON (TNND) —California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsomsaid Monday that he and his wife are under investigation from the Department of Justice. He said that President Donald Trump is only coming after him because he is consideringrunning for president in 2028. A source familiar with the matter said there are multiple federal investigations into people around Newsom, with one of them being about his wife’s taxes,according to The Associated Press. As of now, the DOJ has not put out a statement about Newsom’s claims. In a video attached to his X post, Newsom said he was “proud” to be on Trump’s hit list. “After calling for my arrest last year, Donald Trump directed his Department of Justice to investigate me,” he said. “And just in the last week, I’ve learned that his campaign has reached my own home.”

Gavin Newsom Says Trump Directed Investigation Of He And His Wife (L-R) Gavin Newsom, Donald Trump Johannes Simon / Nathan Howard / Getty Images California Governor Gavin Newsom said that he and his wife are under investigation by the Justice Department , what he called a politically motivated probe at the direction of Donald Trump . Newsom, who has emerged as one of the president’s most visible foes among Democrats, said that in recent days federal agents “have knocked on the doors of family, friends and former employees, not because they found a crime, because they’re simply trying to find one.” He said that the agents were “demanding records” and “abusing the grand jury process, digging through years and years of random documents.” Related Stories News White House Praises UFC Fighter's Victory, Doesn't Condemn Michelle Obama Comment News Joe Biden & Jay Leno Put Pedal To The L.A. Metal, Talk Trump On 'Garage's POTUS Corvette Episode “He isn’t coming after me because of mean tweets, but because I am considering running for president, because he hates that I’ve consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit,” Newsom said in a statement on Monday. ” Watch …

#BREAKING: California Gov. Gavin #Newsom said on Monday that the Department of Justice is investigating him as well as his wife, and claimed that Trump is "coming after me because I'm considering running for #president."

California Governor Newsom says being investigated by Trump's administration Trump's political rival Gavin Newsom said that Trump is targeting him and his wife by investigating them, without specifying the allegations. The California governor has locked horns with Trump on several occasions.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom says Justice Department is investigating ... Washington — California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Monday that he and his wife are under investigation by the Justice Department. In a video posted to X, Newsom said federal agents have sought to speak to his family, friends and former employees, demanded records and dug through years of documents. He accused the Justice Department under President Trump of "abusing the grand jury process." "Donald Trump isn't just coming after me because of my mean tweets," Newsom said. "He's coming after me because I'm considering running for president, because he hates that I consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit. Donald Trump is simply the most corrupt president in American history." Newsom cited other perceived political enemies of Mr. Trump, including New York Attorney General Letitia James, former FBI Director James Comey and former Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, who have been investigated by the Justice Department. The governor said he has joined the president's "hit list." Today, my wife & I joined Donald Trump’s hit list. He has directed his Department of Justice to investigate…

SACRAMENTO, Calif (AP) — Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday accused the Justice Department of launching a politically motivated investigation into him and his wife, saying the Trump administration was targeting him as he weighs a presidential bid. Newsom, a longtime political rival of the Republican president, said in a video posted on X that federal agents have knocked on the doors of his friends and former employees, and have asked for records. Newsom didn’t provide specifics on the nature of the probe, but his office said the inquiry appears to have recently expanded into “increasingly personal matters involving the Governor’s family and professional network.” “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets,” Newsom said, referencing his use of social media to mock Trump. “He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president, because he hates that I’ve consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit.” The full details of any Justice Department inquires related to Newsom were not immediately clear. But the revelations were likely to escalate accusations from critics that the Trump administration is using the …

Gavin Newsom says Trump directed DoJ to investigate him and his wife <p>California governor says Trump is ‘coming after me because I am considering running for president’</p><p>Gavin Newsom said on Monday that Donald Trump directed the US Department of Justice (DoJ) to investigate him and his wife Jennifer Siebel Newsom.</p><p>The California governor said in a <a href="https://x.com/GavinNewsom/status/2066585778982166808">video statement</a> that federal agents had knocked on the doors of family friends and former employees in recent days as part of an effort to find a crime, demanding records and “abusing the grand jury process”.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jun/15/gavin-newsom-doj-investigation">Continue reading...</a>

🔴 BREAKING: Gavin Newsom is accusing Trump of turning the Justice Department into a political weapon, saying federal agents have been sent knocking on the doors of his family, friends, and former employees. Read my full report here: iamdonnyevans.substack.com/i/202123863/...

SACRAMENTO, Calif (AP) — Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday accused the Justice Department of launching a politically motivated investigation into him and his wife, saying the Trump administration was targeting him as he weighs a presidential bid. Newsom, a longtime political rival of the Republican president, said in a video posted on X that federal agents have knocked on the doors of his friends and former employees, and have asked for records. Newsom didn’t provide specifics on the nature of the probe, but his office said the inquiry appears to have recently expanded into “increasingly personal matters involving the Governor’s family and professional network.” “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets,” Newsom said, referencing his use of social media to mock Trump. “He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president, because he hates that I’ve consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit.” The full details of any Justice Department inquires related to Newsom were not immediately clear. But the revelations were likely to escalate accusations from critics that the Trump administration is using the …

FILE - California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks during a news conference, Aug. 14, 2025, in Los Angeles. Marcio Jose Sanchez/AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez SACRAMENTO, Calif (AP) — Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday accused the Justice Department of launching a politically-motivated investigation into him and his wife, saying the Trump administration was targeting him as he weighs a presidential bid. Newsom, a longtime political rival of the Republican president, said in a video posted on X that federal agents have knocked on the doors of his friends and former employees, and have asked for records. Newsom didn't provide specifics on the nature of the probe, but his office said the inquiry appears to have recently expanded into “increasingly personal matters involving the Governor's family and professional network.” Advertisement Article continues below this ad “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets,” Newsom said, referencing his use of social media to mock Trump. “He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president, because he hates that I’ve consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit.” More News 7th S…

Gov. Gavin Newsom said Monday, June 15, that the Trump administration’s U.S. Department of Justice is investigating him and his family. Although he didn’t disclose details of what the investigation is centered on, Newsom said federal agents “have knocked on the doors of family friends and former employees” and appear to be focused on first partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) By Charlie Borla | cborla@scng.com PUBLISHED: June 15, 2026 at 1:32 PM PDT | UPDATED: June 15, 2026 at 4:25 PM PDT Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating Gov. Gavin Newsom and first partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, questioning people connected to them, the governor said Monday. Newsom, in a video message on Monday, June 15, accused President Donald Trump , long his political rival, of spurring the federal probe because Newsom is weighing a run for president in 2028 . “In recent days, federal agents have knocked on the doors of family friends and former employees. Not because they found a crime. Because they are simply trying to find one,” Newsom said. “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets; he’s co…

SACRAMENTO, Calif (AP) — Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday accused the Justice Department of launching a politically motivated investigation into him and his wife, saying the Trump administration was targeting him as he weighs a presidential bid. Newsom, a longtime political rival of the Republican president, said in a video posted on X that federal agents have knocked on the doors of his friends and former employees, and have asked for records. Newsom didn’t provide specifics on the nature of the probe, but his office said the inquiry appears to have recently expanded into “increasingly personal matters involving the Governor’s family and professional network.” “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets,” Newsom said, referencing his use of social media to mock Trump. “He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president, because he hates that I’ve consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit.” The full details of any Justice Department inquires related to Newsom were not immediately clear. But the revelations were likely to escalate accusations from critics that the Trump administration is using the …

SACRAMENTO, Calif (AP) — Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday accused the Justice Department of launching a politically motivated investigation into him and his wife, saying the Trump administration was targeting him as he weighs a presidential bid. Newsom, a longtime political rival of the Republican president, said in a video posted on X that federal agents have knocked on the doors of his friends and former employees, and have asked for records. Newsom didn’t provide specifics on the nature of the probe, but his office said the inquiry appears to have recently expanded into “increasingly personal matters involving the Governor’s family and professional network.” “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets,” Newsom said, referencing his use of social media to mock Trump. “He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president, because he hates that I’ve consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit.” The full details of any Justice Department inquires related to Newsom were not immediately clear. But the revelations were likely to escalate accusations from critics that the Trump administration is using the …

Trump is wasting the taxpayers money on petty revenge prosecutions. BREAKING: Gavin Newsom says DOJ is investigating him and his wife. youtu.be/bPazHKM8XKM?... Gavin Newsom says the DOJ is investigating him and his wife, saying they are "on Trump's hit list." Former WH attorney Ty Cobb says…

California Governor Newsom says US Department of Justice investigating him Newsom says he and wife targeted because he is considering running for president in 2028; DOJ has not confirmed probe.

SACRAMENTO, Calif (AP) — Democratic California Gov.Gavin Newsomon Monday accused the Justice Department of launching a politically-motivated investigation into him and his wife, saying the Trump administration was targeting him ashe weighs a presidential bid. Newsom, a longtime political rival of the Republican president, said in a video posted on X that federal agents have knocked on the doors of his friends and former employees, and have asked for records. Newsom didn't provide specifics on the nature of the probe, but his office said the inquiry appears to have recently expanded into “increasingly personal matters involving the Governor's family and professional network.” “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets,” Newsom said, referencing his use of social media to mock Trump. “He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president, because he hates that I’ve consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit.” The full details of any Justice Department inquires related to Newsom were not immediately clear. But the revelations were likely to escalate accusations from critics that the Trump administration is using the …

SACRAMENTO, Calif (AP) — Democratic California Gov.Gavin Newsomon Monday accused the Justice Department of launching a politically-motivated investigation into him and his wife, saying the Trump administration was targeting him ashe weighs a presidential bid. Newsom, a longtime political rival of the Republican president, said in a video posted on X that federal agents have knocked on the doors of his friends and former employees, and have asked for records. Newsom didn't provide specifics on the nature of the probe, but his office said the inquiry appears to have recently expanded into “increasingly personal matters involving the Governor's family and professional network.” “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets,” Newsom said, referencing his use of social media to mock Trump. “He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president, because he hates that I’ve consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit.” The full details of any Justice Department inquires related to Newsom were not immediately clear. But the revelations were likely to escalate accusations from critics that the Trump administration is using the …

SACRAMENTO, Calif (AP) — Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday accused the Justice Department of launching a politically motivated investigation into him and his wife, saying the Trump administration was targeting him as he weighs a presidential bid. Newsom, a longtime political rival of the Republican president, said in a video posted on X that federal agents have knocked on the doors of his friends and former employees, and have asked for records. Newsom didn’t provide specifics on the nature of the probe, but his office said the inquiry appears to have recently expanded into “increasingly personal matters involving the Governor’s family and professional network.” “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets,” Newsom said, referencing his use of social media to mock Trump. “He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president, because he hates that I’ve consistently called him out over and over again for his lies and deceit.” The full details of any Justice Department inquires related to Newsom were not immediately clear. But the revelations were likely to escalate accusations from critics that the Trump administration is using the …

Who is Gavin Newsom's wife? Meet Jennifer Siebel Newsom as governor claims Trump directed DOJ probe California Governor Gavin Newsom says he and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, have become targets of a federal investigation.

Now 98° Tue 91° Wed 86° Armstrong Williams takes on the news of the week and asks the questions you want answered. Don’t miss our weekly town hall! byCHARLOTTE HAZARD | The National News Desk WASHINGTON (TNND) —California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsomsaid Monday that he and his wife are under investigation from the Department of Justice. He said that President Donald Trump is only coming after him because he is consideringrunning for president in 2028. A source familiar with the matter said there are multiple federal investigations into people around Newsom, with one of them being about his wife’s taxes,according to The Associated Press. As of now, the DOJ has not put out a statement about Newsom’s claims. In a video attached to his X post, Newsom said he was “proud” to be on Trump’s hit list. “After calling for my arrest last year, Donald Trump directed his Department of Justice to investigate me,” he said. “And just in the last week, I’ve learned that his campaign has reached my own home.”

Breaking news: California Gov. Gavin Newsom said he and his wife are under federal investigation and accused President Trump of weaponizing the Justice Dept. against him because he is considering a presidential run. #LuvmyGuv #FuckDJT

🚨 BREAKING: NEWSOM UNDER CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION: California Governor Gavin Newsom has just announced that the Trump administration has launched a multi-pronged federal criminal probe into him and his wife’s finances.

💢 MORE BREAKING FUCKERY: SACRAMENTO, Calif (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat and longtime political rival of Republican President Donald Trump, said Monday the president ordered the Justice Department to investigate him and his wife. apnews.com/article/news...

BREAKING NEWS DISGUSTING! Godofredo A. Vásquez/Associated Press Newsom Says Trump’s Justice Department Is Investigating Him and His Wife Aides to Gov. Gavin Newsom say several people associated with the couple have been contacted by federal agents. He criticized the move as politically motivated.

#Politics #Trump Breaking from #LATimes: #California governor Gavin Newsom says Trump has ordered #DOJ to conduct a baseless investigation of him and his wife, looking for something to charge him with. www.latimes.com/politics/sto...

News alert California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Monday that the Department of Justice is investigating him, claiming that President Trump is targeting a “political enemy” despite no evidence the Democratic potential 2028 presidential contender has committed a crime. www.cnn.com/2026/06/15/p...

Gavin Newsom accuses Trump of directing Justice Department to investigate him California ⁠Governor Gavin Newsom on Monday accused US President Donald Trump of directing the Justice Department to undertake a politically motivated investigation of him and his wife. “Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets,” Newsom said in a ‌video statement posted to social media. “He’s coming after me because I am considering running for President.” The Justice Department and the White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Newsom said federal...

Now 84° Tue 71° Wed 73° byCHARLOTTE HAZARD | The National News Desk WASHINGTON (TNND) —California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsomsaid Monday that he and his wife are under investigation from the Department of Justice. He said that President Donald Trump is only coming after him because he is consideringrunning for president in 2028. A source familiar with the matter said there are multiple federal investigations into people around Newsom, with one of them being about his wife’s taxes,according to The Associated Press. As of now, the DOJ has not put out a statement about Newsom’s claims. In a video attached to his X post, Newsom said he was “proud” to be on Trump’s hit list. “After calling for my arrest last year, Donald Trump directed his Department of Justice to investigate me,” he said. “And just in the last week, I’ve learned that his campaign has reached my own home.”

California governor accuses Trump of ordering politically motivated investigation of him, his wife California Governor Gavin Newsom, a Democrat and longtime political rival of Republican President Donald Trump, said Monday the president had ordered the US Justice Department to undertake a politically motivated investigation of him and his wife.

Newsom says Trump DOJ investigating him in latest political probe "Donald Trump isn’t coming after me just because of my mean tweets. He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president." www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...