Gov. Gavin Newsom’s (D-CA) former chief of staff was charged on Wednesday with allegedly plotting to steal $225,000 and give the money to a friend, according to the Justice Department.

The Department of Justice (DOJ) charged Dana Williamson in a 23-count federal indictment with conspiracy to commit bank and wire fraud, defrauding the United States, obstructing justice, filing false tax returns, and lying to authorities.

She allegedly took part in a scheme to launder money from a political campaign to another person’s account for personal use.

U.S. Attorney Eric Grant said in a statement, “This is a crucial step in an ongoing political corruption investigation that began more than three years ago. As it always has, the U.S. Attorney’s Office will continue to work tirelessly with our la

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