California Governor Newsom Files Civil Rights Complaint Against Dr. Oz in Trump Clash
California Governor Gavin Newsom has officially filed a civil rights complaint against Dr. Mehmet Oz, the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This move marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Newsom and the Trump administration.
Background of the Dispute
The controversy erupted following a video released by Dr. Oz while he was in Los Angeles. In the video, he accused members of the Armenian community of orchestrating widespread health care fraud. Newsom’s office swiftly responded by stating that these allegations were baseless and racially charged, thus threatening the participation of the Armenian community in essential hospice and home care programs.
Key Allegations by Dr. Oz
During his visit to the Van Nuys neighborhood, Dr. Oz highlighted a four-block area with 42 hospices, implying possible fraudulent activities. He specifically mentioned a particular business linked to a fraudulent scheme valued at $16 million. According to Oz, Los Angeles has witnessed approximately $3.5 billion in hospice and home care fraud, which he claimed was largely orchestrated by “the Russian Armenian mafia.”
Oz further criticized the lack of attention to these fraud issues in California, taking note of the Armenian script on signage in the area. His claims raised significant concerns within the local Armenian community, prompting fears of damage to their businesses, including an Armenian bakery featured in the video.
Governor Newsom’s Response
Newsom’s office highlighted the tangible harm caused by Oz’s allegations, noting that the unfounded accusations had already impacted local businesses. The governor pointed out that California had revoked over 280 hospice licenses due to fraud concerns and ceased issuing new licenses in 2022.
- 280 hospice licenses revoked in California
- Oz’s fraud claims: $3.5 billion in Los Angeles
- Reported fraud scheme: $16 million
The Broader Implications
This incident is just one of many clashes between Newsom and President Trump’s administration. Issues have ranged from the deployment of National Guard troops in Los Angeles to efforts to block California’s 2035 ban on new gas-powered vehicles. The conflict reflects a larger Trump administration strategy to spotlight fraud and misconduct across various sectors, including recent allegations against day care centers in Minnesota that sparked significant protests.
As the situation evolves, both leaders continue to exchange heated remarks on social media, illustrating the high stakes involved both politically and socially for the constituents affected by these allegations.
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