Leigh Hanson was dismissed from her position as chief of staff for Councilmember Kevin Jenkins after a note she wrote surfaced, which controversially referred to Black individuals during a meeting about political strategies. This meeting occurred amid a politically charged environment surrounding former Mayor Sheng Thao’s recall. Following the note's release as part of federal investigation documents, City Administrator Jestin Johnson announced Hanson's termination, thanking her for her service. This change comes as Oakland prepares for an upcoming mayoral election to fill the vacancy left by Thao's recall.
Leigh Hanson, former chief of staff to ex-Mayor Sheng Thao, was fired for a controversial note referencing Black individuals during a politically charged meeting.
Hanson's note, released as part of federal investigations, sparked outrage and led to her departure as interim mayor's chief of staff, which was announced by City Administrator Jestin Johnson.
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