Acting Attorney General Rejects California Governor's Claims of Political Targeting

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on Wednesday rejected California Gov. Gavin Newsom's claims that the Justice Department is politically targeting him. Blanche said the governor's assertions are not "grounded in fact." He declined to comment on any ongoing investigations.

Background on the Dispute Newsom said last month that the Justice Department is investigating him and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, under orders from the president. " Blanche responded that he is not sure the governor's words are grounded in fact.

"He can choose to say whatever he thinks helps him," Blanche said.

previously told Fox News the investigation has been ongoing since 2025 and is based on whistleblower complaints related to Newsom and his wife's personal finances. The matter is being handled by the U.S. Attorney's Office in Sacramento. Federal sources confirmed to Fox News there are investigations involving Jennifer Siebel Newsom, but Fox News has not learned of any federal investigation directly targeting Gov.

Newsom himself. The Justice Department has not publicly confirmed any investigation involving Newsom or his wife. Jennifer Siebel Newsom runs The Representation Project, a nonprofit organization that seeks to advance feminism through media production.

Fox News Digital previously reported the charity has faced "pay-for-play" allegations. " Fox News Digital has reached out to Newsom's office for additional comment.