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Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao Indicted on Corruption Charges

Sheng Thao and others face federal charges including bribery and conspiracy following allegations of funneling city contracts for personal benefits.

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  1. Recalled Oakland mayor indicted on federal corruption charges

    The events surrounding Sheng Thao's indictment highlight a troubling pattern of alleged corruption that casts a shadow over her tenure as Mayor of Oakland, suggesting a wider issue of accountability in local politics.

    Recalled Oakland mayor indicted on federal corruption charges

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  2. Ex-Oakland mayor, boyfriend, waste company execs indicted in sprawling corruption probe

    The recent bribery indictment against former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao underscores a troubling pattern of corruption that continues to plague local politics, resulting in a shocking fall from grace for a leader once celebrated for her remarkable journey.

    Ex-Oakland mayor, boyfriend, waste company execs indicted in sprawling corruption probe

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  3. Former Oakland mayor, longtime partner indicted in alleged bribery scheme

    The indictment of former Mayor Sheng Thao and her associates underscores a troubling pattern of corruption that erodes public trust and highlights the need for accountability among elected officials.

    Former Oakland mayor, longtime partner indicted in alleged bribery scheme

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Jan 17th, 2025, 7:57 PM ET

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Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao has been indicted on federal corruption charges alongside her partner and two local businessmen. They allegedly conspired to direct city contracts in exchange for bribes, campaign contributions, and a no-show job for Thao's partner. This indictment follows Thao's recall in November amid public dissatisfaction related to crime and city governance. Each indicted faces significant prison time if convicted, while Thao maintains her innocence through her attorney, asserting that the evidence is lacking.

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