California Attorney General Rob Bonta reiterated Governor Gavin Newsom's assertion that the Trump administration is using the Justice Department for political purposes. Bonta stated that the investigation involving Newsom and his wife originated in California, not initiated by the Trump administration. He expressed skepticism about the probe, labeling it as dubious and suggesting it reflects a pattern of political persecution by Trump. Newsom announced on social media that he and his wife are being investigated by the DOJ, alleging that Trump directed the investigation as part of a broader political strategy. Bonta emphasized Newsom's significance as the governor of California, the largest state economy in the U.S., and suggested that the investigation is politically motivated due to speculation about Newsom's potential 2028 presidential bid. The investigation, which has reportedly been ongoing since 2025, is based on whistleblower complaints regarding the personal finances of Newsom and his wife. The U.S. Attorney's Office in Sacramento is handling the case. The Governor's office has filed a public records request with the DOJ for documents related to the investigation.
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- loaded language: 'weaponizing'
- loaded language: 'hit list'
- loaded language: 'political persecutions'
- loaded language: 'political enemies'
- loaded language: 'political persecution'
- framing: Schiff silent on Biden-era Newsom probe report
- framing: claims DOJ 'weaponization'
- framing: headline asserting a conclusion
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California AG Bonta Defends Newsom Amid DOJ Probe Claims
California Attorney General Rob Bonta supported Governor Gavin Newsom's claims regarding a DOJ investigation, asserting it is politically motivated. Newsom announced he and his wife are under investigation, alleging it is directed by former President Trump. The investigation is based on whistleblower complaints and is being handled by the U.S. Attorney's Office in Sacramento.
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- ✕ loaded language: 'weaponizing'
- ✕ loaded language: 'hit list'
- ✕ loaded language: 'political persecutions'
- ✕ loaded language: 'political enemies'
- ✕ loaded language: 'political persecution'
- ✕ framing: Schiff silent on Biden-era Newsom probe report
- ✕ framing: claims DOJ 'weaponization'
- ✕ framing: headline asserting a conclusion
- ✕ vague attribution: sources familiar
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Schiff silent on Biden-era Newsom probe report as California AG claims DOJ 'weaponization'
California AG Bonta Defends Newsom Amid DOJ Probe Claims