Dana Williamson, former chief of staff to California Governor Gavin Newsom, is scheduled to be sentenced on September 17 for her role in a corruption scheme involving the misappropriation of funds from a campaign committee connected to Xavier Becerra, a leading Democratic candidate to succeed Newsom.

Williamson, who served as Newsom’s chief of staff from 2022 to 2024, pleaded guilty in May to charges of bank fraud, filing a false tax return, and making false statements to the FBI. According to court records, the scheme involved siphoning approximately $225,000 from the campaign committee.

The charges carry a statutory maximum sentence of 38 years in prison and potential fines totaling up to $1.35 million. Federal prosecutors allege that Williamson’s actions constituted a serious breach of public trust, given her high-ranking position within California’s political leadership.

Her sentencing will mark the culmination of a federal investigation that uncovered the financial misconduct and deception. The case has drawn significant attention due to Williamson’s prominent role in state politics and her proximity to key Democratic figures.

Williamson’s attorney has not publicly commented on the sentencing date or her plea, and it remains unclear how the defense will argue for mitigation ahead of the court hearing. The case underscores ongoing concerns about ethics and accountability among political operatives in government.