Gavin Newsom says Trump directed DoJ to investigate him and his wife (opens original article in a new tab)

Gavin Newsom accused Donald Trump of directing the US Department of Justice to investigate him and his wife, alleging the probe is linked to his potential presidential campaign and criticism of Trump.

• Gavin Newsom accused Donald Trump of directing the DoJ to investigate him and his wife
• Federal agents have been contacting family friends and former employees as part of the investigation
• Newsom claimed Trump is targeting him due to his potential presidential run and criticism of Trump's actions