California Governor Gavin Newsom is set to end a months-long mystery surrounding his tax returns, with his office announcing plans to release the documents later this month. The decision comes after weeks of intense scrutiny, with critics accusing Newsom of breaking a long-standing promise to maintain transparency. Despite vowing to release his tax returns for years, Newsom had stopped disclosing the records in 2020, sparking widespread speculation and calls for accountability. The release of his tax returns is expected to shed light on Newsom's financial dealings and provide insight into his financial situation, potentially alleviating concerns about his commitment to transparency.
Gov. Gavin Newsom will release the tax returns he has long promised to make public later this month, his office told The Post on Friday, ending weeks of mounting questions over why the California Democrat had stopped disclosing the records after 2020 despite years of transparency pledges.