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California Attorney General's Office

Controversies and Criticism

The California Attorney General's Office has faced some controversies and criticism related to its leadership and use of campaign funds. A complaint was filed against Attorney General Rob Bonta over his use of $468,000 in campaign funds to pay for outside legal help. Additionally, Bonta has received a formal complaint alleging that he accepted foreign money for his 2026 re-election campaign. These issues have raised concerns about the office's ethical practices and use of public resources.

Published October 3, 2025

Last edited December 2, 2025