FBI raids home, offices of Contra Costa County Assessor Gus Kramer

Key Points:

• FBI agents executed search warrants at Contra Costa County Assessor Gus Kramer's home and office, as well as at Assistant Assessor Vince Robb's residence, in connection with an ongoing investigation related to property assessments.
• The investigation involves potential wire fraud, according to a sealed warrant signed by a federal magistrate judge, though Kramer denies any wrongdoing and calls the probe a "fishing expedition."
• Kramer, who has served as county assessor since 1994, has faced previous controversies including allegations of workplace misconduct, failure to initially disclose real estate investments, and a $1 million settlement over retaliation claims.
• The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors acknowledged the federal investigation and emphasized their commitment to maintaining the integrity of the assessment process despite limited authority over the elected assessor.
• Kramer is currently in his eighth term and plans to retire in December 2026, with Vince Robb recently elected to succeed him.