Former Newsom Aide Details Two-Decade-Old Affair

Ruby Rippey, a former aide to Gavin Newsom, has publicly detailed her account of an affair with Newsom more than 20 years ago when he was mayor of San Francisco, in a new Vanity Fair essay. Her account appears to contradict Newsom's previous version of events.

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Aide Who Had Affair With Newsom 20 Years Ago Details Her Experience

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Ruby Rippey had stayed mostly quiet since her relationship with the San Francisco mayor rocked the city.

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Guardian Published 28 July 2026

Former Gavin Newsom aide shares fresh details of affair

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Aide Who Had Affair With Newsom 20 Years Ago Details Her Experience

Ruby Rippey had stayed mostly quiet since her relationship with the San Francisco mayor rocked the city.

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