California Governor Gavin Newsom is facing renewed scrutiny as questions continue to mount over his extensive use of so-called “behested payments,” a fundraising practice that critics argue has allowed powerful corporations, special interests, and wealthy donors to gain influence while operating outside traditional campaign finance rules. The controversy comes as federal investigations involving both Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel News…
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