California lobbyist Greg Campbell pleaded guilty Thursday to charges in connection with stealing funds from Xavier Becerra's dormant campaign account.

Campbell was one of five co-conspirators listed in a federal indictment that accused Dana Williamson, a former chief of staff to Gov. Gavin Newsom, of 23 fraud-related charges.

"Today, Mr. Campbell accepted full responsibility for his actions, although neither he or his lobbying firm received any benefits financially or otherwise," his attorney, Todd Pickles, said after Thursday's court hearing. "With respect to the charge conduct, Mr. Campbell has accepted the consequences of the plea."

Campbell and Sean McCluskie , another conspirator who pleaded guilty, are expected to be back in court in February. They both face a maximum of f

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