Gavin Newsom unable to block California billionaire tax as proposal moves to November vote
California Ballot Measure Announced California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber has put forward a new measure that aims to require audits of programs supported by new state special taxes. This initiative is set to be included in the November 2026 general election ballot. Details about what prompted this measure seem somewhat vague, though it […]
Gavin Newsom earned over $410,000 from his wine business and hospitality projects in 2025
Gavin Newsom’s wine business is thriving despite his responsibilities as governor. The details of his extensive network of wineries, hotels, and brewing enterprises have been outlined in his economic disclosures as California’s governor. Amid a federal investigation into tax-related issues involving Newsom’s wife, colleagues, and family, his personal finances are under increased scrutiny. He has […]
Donors to Gavin Newsom received valuable state positions after contributing to his political action committees.
Donors who contribute significant sums to Governor Gavin Newsom’s political action committees, campaigns, and charitable organizations often find themselves appointed to influential roles, sometimes just days after their donations. A review of state campaign finance records and federal disclosures illustrates a pattern where various donors, including tribal leaders and business executives, are named to positions […]
Gavin Newsom uses DOJ investigation to raise funds — exploring his $14.5M campaign budget
Newsom Reacts to Federal Investigation with Fundraising Push Last week, Governor Gavin Newsom raised concerns after President Donald Trump initiated a federal investigation involving him, his wife, and their associates. Interestingly, those close to Newsom might have interpreted the situation quite differently—perhaps hearing a “cha-ching!” sound instead. Shortly after releasing a video accusing Trump of […]
Adam Schiff’s acknowledgment of the DOJ investigation into Gavin Newsom
Schiff Comments on Investigation of Governor Newsom California Senator Adam Schiff has shared his thoughts regarding the U.S. Department of Justice’s ongoing investigation into Governor Gavin Newsom and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom. “It’s not to say there’s no merit to the investigation, even if it involves someone who isn’t exactly a fan of the […]
Gavin Newsom cautioned about a large departure from California due to a new policy causing anger.
California Faces Potential Worker Exodus Over Office Mandate California officials are cautious about a possible “mass exodus” of employees after Governor Gavin Newsom announced a requirement for state workers to return to the office four days a week starting July 1. This new directive has stirred up a significant backlash among employees who argue they’ve […]
Parents succeed, Gavin Newsom fails — once more
Ninth Circuit Upholds Parental Rights in California The Ninth Circuit recently determined that parental rights remain intact in California, countering Governor Gavin Newsom’s attempts to undermine them. Last week, the Court of Appeals—reputed for its progressive leanings—blocked the enforcement of a 2024 law that would stop schools from informing parents if students express a desire […]
Gavin Newsom says he will share his tax returns during the DOJ investigation
California Governor Gavin Newsom has pledged to release all of his tax returns amidst significant developments related to a Justice Department investigation involving his family’s finances. On Friday, his office disclosed that federal authorities are looking into the financial dealings of Newsom’s wife, Jennifer Siebel, as well as individuals connected to the governor. They are […]
California Attorney General Bonta argues that Trump used the Department of Justice as a tool in his defense against the Newsom investigation
California Attorney General Rob Bonta reiterated Governor Gavin Newsom’s assertion that the Trump administration is using the Justice Department for political gain. This comes amid reports indicating that the investigation into the Newsoms originated in California and was not initiated by officials in Washington, D.C. Bonta expressed skepticism about the nature of the investigation, saying, […]
Union leader behind billionaires tax criticizes Gavin Newsom in unusual interview
California’s Billionaire Tax Proposal Sparks Clash The leader of a union backing California’s contentious billionaire tax proposal has taken a strong stance against Governor Gavin Newsom. He accuses Democrats of working alongside the wealthy elite, as both sides grapple with efforts to remove the tax from the November ballot. In an interview, SEIU-United Health Care […]