California Governor Gavin Newsom announced Monday that he and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, are reportedly under investigation by President Donald Trump's Department of Justice (DOJ). Newsom made the claims in a video posted to social media, describing the alleged federal scrutiny as a politically motivated effort intended to target him due to his national political profile and potential presidential ambitions.
"Today, my wife & I joined Donald Trump’s hit list. He has directed his Department of Justice to investigate us. They have not found a crime – they are simply trying to find one.He isn't coming after me because of mean tweets, but because I am considering running for President.…" — Gavin Newsom, California Governor
According to Newsom, federal investigators have contacted his associates, requested various records, and reviewed years of documents as part of an inquiry that he argues lacks a clear legal foundation. He indicated that the scope of this alleged effort has broadened beyond his professional contacts, now encompassing members of his family, including his wife. "Just in the last week, I’ve learned his campaign has reached my own home: to get me, he’s coming after my wife, Jen," Newsom stated. He characterized Siebel Newsom as a "public servant" who has "done nothing wrong," asserting that the alleged inquiry is an attempt to exert political pressure through association.
In his remarks, Governor Newsom also accused the DOJ of "abusing the grand jury process," claiming that federal investigators have been "digging through years and years of random documents" and reaching out to individuals linked to him, including former staff members and personal associates. The governor did not, however, provide specific documentation or detailed information regarding any potential case or the precise scope of the alleged investigation.
Newsom suggested that the intensified scrutiny is directly connected to his high-profile political presence and his frequent public criticisms of President Donald Trump. He articulated his belief that he is being targeted because he is "considering running for president" and has consistently challenged President Trump on various policy matters and conduct. "Donald Trump picked the wrong target," Newsom declared in the video. He affirmed that both he and his wife have "nothing to hide" and expressed confidence that any examination of their records would ultimately fail to uncover any wrongdoing.
The California Governor further framed the alleged investigation as part of a broader pattern of federal law enforcement actions that he views as directed against perceived adversaries of the Trump administration. He cited other public officials who have faced federal scrutiny, including New York Attorney General Letitia James, former FBI Director James Comey, and former Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, as examples of this alleged pattern. "Donald Trump is simply the most corrupt president in American history," Newsom asserted, arguing that the DOJ under President Trump has been utilized to pursue political opponents. He maintained that federal investigators have "not found a crime" and are "simply trying to find one," characterizing the ongoing effort as politically motivated rather than evidence-driven.
Newsom also directly addressed President Trump in the social media video, stating, "To Donald Trump, who I know is watching, I have a message for you," before issuing a warning that attempts to investigate or pressure his family would not deter him politically. He affirmed his willingness to cooperate with any lawful inquiry but firmly rejected what he described as personal targeting.
As of Monday, the specific matter, if any, being examined involving Governor Newsom or his wife remains unconfirmed. Governor Newsom did not identify any formal charges, subpoenas, or official allegations in his public statements. Neither the White House nor the Department of Justice has publicly confirmed the existence of an investigation involving Newsom or Siebel Newsom. No charges have been filed, and no public records currently indicate a formal proceeding that aligns with the claims described in the video. Newsom concluded by stating he would continue to voice his views while cooperating with any legitimate legal process, positioning the dispute as a component of a larger political conflict leading into future election cycles.
