A scathing new report from City Journal alleges California Governor Gavin Newsom built his multi-million-dollar wine business empire through the systematic use of illegal immigrant labor. The investigation claims workers without proper documentation were routinely employed at Newsom’s PlumpJack Group wineries and hospitality ventures.
Details of the Allegations
According to the report, multiple former employees and labor contractors described a pattern of hiring undocumented workers at below-market wages across Newsom’s Napa Valley properties. The allegations span nearly two decades of operations at his high-end wineries and resorts.
Political Fallout
The claims could prove explosive for the Democratic governor, who has positioned himself as a champion of immigrant rights while building a personal fortune estimated at over $20 million. Newsom’s office has not yet responded to requests for comment on the specific allegations.
If proven true, the labor practices would violate both federal immigration law and California’s stringent worker protection statutes. The report comes as Newsom increasingly appears on the national stage as a potential future presidential contender.
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