Indictment Details
, former Oakland Mayor, along with her boyfriend Andre Jones and California Waste Solutions executives and Andy Duong, were indicted on bribery and corruption charges. The scheme allegedly involved kickbacks for extending the Duongs' recycling contract with Oakland.
The indictment followed a grand jury investigation and raids in June, targeting Thao's residence and properties linked to the Duong family, highlighting a corruption probe that led to Thao's recall in November.
Background and Reactions
David Duong, a key figure in the indictment, built a recycling empire with California Waste Solutions, facing allegations of bribery and fraud related to city contracts and political contributions.
Thao, who described herself as a victim of the investigation and denied wrongdoing after the FBI raids, is now facing charges that could signify direct involvement in the alleged corruption scheme.