California Governor Gavin Newsom and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, addressed questions regarding federal investigations into their finances during a public event. The inquiries were made by MS NOW correspondent Jacob Soboroff at the opening ceremony of the Obama Presidential Center. Jennifer Newsom expressed gratitude for the event's inspiration, while Governor Newsom commented on the investigations, suggesting they are politically motivated. He stated, 'This is stuff that happens in other countries.'
The Department of Justice is reportedly conducting multiple investigations related to the Newsom family, including one that began during the Biden administration. Governor Newsom has accused former President Donald Trump of directing these investigations against him and his wife. He claimed that federal agents have contacted his family, friends, and former employees as part of the inquiries.
A source indicated that while there are ongoing investigations, none are directly targeting Governor Newsom himself. One investigation pertains to Jennifer Newsom's taxes, and another involves his former chief of staff. Governor Newsom expressed concern that these investigations could complicate his potential presidential campaign, stating, 'You can subpoena my records, you can investigate me, you can harass me, but leave my wife and family out of your personal vendetta.'