California Governor Gavin Newsom announced on Monday that President Trump has ordered the Justice Department to investigate him and his wife. The nature of the investigation is unclear, but Newsom claims it is politically motivated.
- Newsom stated federal agents contacted friends and former employees seeking records. - He believes the probe is retaliation for his potential presidential run and criticism of Trump.
- A source confirmed multiple federal investigations, including one into Newsom's wife's taxes, initiated after whistleblower complaints. - This is part of a broader pattern of DOJ actions against Trump's political opponents, drawing criticism of weaponizing the justice system.