On November 12, 2025, federal prosecutors unsealed a 23-count indictment charging Dana Williamson, a former chief of staff to California Governor Gavin Newsom, with conspiracy to commit bank and wire fraud, tax fraud, obstruction and related offenses. (washingtonpost.com) Prosecutors allege Williamson helped siphon $225,000 from a dormant campaign account tied to former HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra, funneled money through shell companies for a no‑show job, and claimed more than $1 million in improper business deductions on tax returns. (abcnews.go.com) Williamson pleaded not guilty; authorities say the charges do not involve Newsom’s official work and his office has said she no longer serves. (kabc.com)

<p>On November 12, 2025, federal prosecutors unsealed a 23-count indictment charging Dana Williamson, a former chief of staff to California Governor Gavin Newsom, with conspiracy to commit bank and wire fraud, tax fraud, obstruction and related offenses. (<a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/11/12/newsom-becerra-indictment/?utm_source=openai">washingtonpost.com</a>) Prosecutors allege Williamson helped siphon $225,000 from a dormant campaign account tied to former HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra, funneled money through shell companies for a no‑show job, and claimed more than $1 million in improper business deductions on tax returns. (<a href="https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/newsoms-aide-indicted-corruption-fraud-charges-case-127505531?utm_source=openai">abcnews.go.com</a>) Williamson pleaded not guilty; authorities say the charges do not involve Newsom’s official work and his office has said she no longer serves. (<a href="https://www.kabc.com/2025/11/12/fmr-newsom-aide-indicted-on-public-corruption-charges/?utm_source=openai">kabc.com</a>)</p>

Breaking: Ex-Newsom chief of staff Dana Williamson indicted on 23 counts, accused of siphoning $225K via shell firms, arranging a no-show job and claiming $1M+ in bogus tax deductions. She pleads not guilty. According to AP. Thoughts? Comment. #news

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