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Newsom says he and his wife are under a federal tax probe tied to Trump

How 4 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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First reported by Ynet · Jun 16, 2026

What happened

California Governor Gavin Newsom said he and his wife are under a U.S. Justice Department investigation, with a source saying it focuses on her and associates over suspected tax offenses. Newsom accused Donald Trump of targeting him, while the White House and Justice Department did not comment.

  • 01Newsom says he and his wife are under a federal investigation.
  • 02A source says the probe concerns tax allegations around his wife and associates.
  • 03Newsom accused Trump of ordering the Justice Department inquiry.
  • 04More than 10 people were reportedly questioned or summoned by FBI and IRS agents.
  • 05The White House and Justice Department declined to respond.

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Full coverage · 4 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewJun 16, 2026
Newsom says he and his wife are under a federal tax probe tied to Trump
MakoCenter · HebrewJun 16, 2026
California Governor Newsom Says Trump Ordered Political Investigation Into Him and His Wife
N12Center · HebrewJun 16, 2026
Newsom Says Trump Ordered Political Investigation Into Him and His Wife
YnetCenter · HebrewJun 16, 2026
Newsom says Trump administration is investigating him and his wife

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