# Becerra's Aide Pleads Guilty to Stealing Campaign Funds

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Podcast: [Los Angeles News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/los-angeles-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7458113)
Published: 2026-05-13T10:20:09+00:00
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## Resource

Sean McCluskie, longtime advisor to Xavier Becerra, pleaded guilty to stealing over $200,000 from Becerras old campaign account. This scandal, tied to a larger federal investigation in Sacramento, is threatening Becerras run for California governor. McCluskies sentencing is set for June 4th, just two days after the primary, keeping the spotlight on Becerras campaign. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d845686a589c536f

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