California Governor Gavin Newsom Under Federal Investigation

SACRAMENTO, California — California Governor Gavin Newsom announced Monday that he and his wife are the subjects of a Justice Department investigation, a move he characterized as politically motivated.

In a statement posted to social media, Newsom alleged that federal prosecutors are attempting to manufacture criminal charges against him. He said investigators have been reaching out to interview family members, friends, and former employees as part of their inquiry.

Newsom did not specify what conduct is being examined but framed the investigation as retaliation from President Donald Trump.

“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.”

The governor maintained that he has done nothing wrong and expressed confidence in his innocence. He added that he has nothing to hide and noted that the American public is observing the situation closely.

The Justice Department has not publicly commented on the investigation or confirmed its scope. It remains unclear what specific matters federal authorities are examining or whether the probe relates to Newsom’s official duties as governor or other activities.

Newsom, a prominent Democrat and potential 2028 presidential contender, has frequently clashed with the Trump administration over policy issues including immigration, environmental regulations, and federal funding. His public announcement of the investigation represents an unusual step for a sitting governor facing federal scrutiny.

The governor’s office has not provided additional details about the timeline of the investigation or the specific federal statutes involved. Legal experts note that being the subject of a federal investigation does not imply wrongdoing, and many such inquiries conclude without charges being filed.