'Buckle up': Benny Johnson targets 'terrified' Newsom as White House cracks down on California fraud

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Benny Johnson dropped a bombshell on Wednesday, March 25, alleging that the White House was preparing to crack down on alleged fraud in California and warning Governor Gavin Newsom that he "should be worried."

The claim followed Johnson’s recent appearance on Fox News 'Jesse Watters Primetime' show on Tuesday.

Benny Johnson says Gavin Newsom should be worried

Taking to X, Johnson suggested that his television remarks had triggered attention at the highest levels of government.

“I got a call from the White House after this hit on Jesse Watters’ Fox News show last night about the fraud in California,” he wrote.

He went further, linking the alleged developments to Newsom’s current position “There is a reason Gavin Newsom looks so terrified right now. He should be.”

Johnson warned followers: “Buckle up. The fraud investigation is about to get insane. Starting this week…”

Benny Johnson mocks Gavin Newsom on Fox News

During his appearance on Jesse Watters' show, Johnson described mounting pressure on Newsom, suggesting that recent revelations were beginning to take a toll.

“I think it's incredible what's happening to Gavin Newsom. He's turning into Cruella de Vil before our very eyes with that hairstyle and color. He is really getting spooked,” Johnson said.

He went on to argue that ongoing reporting and investigations were exposing deeper issues. “You're watching the man age in real time between what Nick Shirley is exposing and between what your show is exposing and what we were able to find with the homeless fraud,” he said.

Johnson questioned the broader system in California, adding, “It's really left to wonder what's real in California.”

As the conversation continued, Johnson widened his criticism beyond individual cases, raising doubts about governance in the state.

“Is there anything in California that is left that actually will serve the people living there? And I don't think there is,” he said.

He linked that sentiment to shifting political dynamics, saying, “That's why voter ID has just got on the ballot, it's why two Republicans are polling number one and number two far away in large margins, I think that people are sick of it.”

Johnson also predicted broader consequences, adding further, “I think more importantly, you're going to see some massive changes.”

Benny Johnson raises concerns over fraud in California

Johnson then zeroed in on how some of the alleged schemes might be operating, raising questions about the individuals involved.

“I think that's my main question to you, Jesse, is who are those people?” he asked.

He continued, “What's the poor guy that has to sit there on the white plastic chair all day faking to be a daycare worker or a hospice worker?”

Still pressing the point, Johnson added, “What are they learning? Where do they train? I don't know, but I really feel sorry for those people.”

In another video shared by Johnson on X, interviewer Nick Shirley spoke to a man in California who expressed support for Newsom despite what was described as a serious criminal history.

The clip, which shows a man crediting Newsom with helping secure his release from a life sentence while pledging to support him in 2028, has since gone viral on social media, with many questioning the law and order situation across California.