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Claim Text: The federal authorities accused Ms. Williamson of working with Mr. McCluskie and a lobbyist based in Sacramento, Greg Campbell, to direct $225,000 from Mr. Becerra’s campaign accounts to Mr. McCluskie from 2022 to 2024.
Simplified Text: Federal authorities accuse Williamson of directing $225,000 from Becerra's account to McCluskie.
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Created: December 6, 2025 at 12:10 AM (8 months ago)
Last Updated: December 6, 2025 at 12:10 AM (8 months ago)

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