Justice Department official addresses investigation of California governor

An acting attorney general said at a Wednesday news conference that statements by a California governor alleging political targeting were not grounded in fact. The official declined to comment on any pending investigations but directly addressed the governor's public remarks.

The governor had previously announced the existence of the probe and claimed federal agents questioned family members, friends, and employees. The governor also stated the investigation was connected to presidential ambitions and criticism of the current administration.

Investigation details Sources told The California Post that the U.S.

Attorney's Office in the Eastern District of California is examining allegations from state whistleblowers. The review includes tax matters involving the governor's wife and actions by a former chief of staff. The governor's office had suggested the timing of the investigation coincided with the acting attorney general's consideration for a permanent role.

The acting attorney general responded that individuals can make statements they believe are helpful without those statements being accurate.