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The Recorder: Amid DOJ Investigation, Should Newsom’s Legal Affairs Secretary Lead His Defense?

July 7, 2026

Gavin Newsom has turned to private attorneys for help both inside and out of the governor’s office during his eight years in office, including relying on O’Melveny in 2019 to write legislation creating a wildfire recovery fund and stabilizing utilities accused of starting fires.

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