"Sheng Thao, recently ousted as the mayor of Oakland, was indicted on federal corruption charges alongside three others, highlighting ongoing concerns about political integrity in the city."
"Prosecutors allege that Thao agreed to extend a city contract with a waste company and help the Duong family in exchange for campaign support and payments totaling $95,000."
"This indictment follows a turbulent tenure where Thao faced public outcry over rising crime rates, budget deficits, and controversial decisions such as firing the police chief."
"Before her recall, confidence in Thao diminished after an FBI raid on her home and investigations into campaign finance violations linked to her and the Duong family."
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