New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell has been indicted for allegedly concealing a romantic relationship with her bodyguard, Jeffrey Vappie. Prosecutors claim Vappie was paid under false pretenses while they engaged in personal activities, including trips to vineyards. The indictment includes charges of conspiracy, fraud, and obstruction against Cantrell, who is the city's first female mayor. Vappie is also facing separate charges but has pleaded not guilty. Cantrell's supporters assert that her prosecution is motivated by racial and gender biases.
Prosecutors allege that Cantrell concealed a romantic relationship with her bodyguard, Jeffrey Vappie, while he was paid for work, suggesting misuse of public resources.
Cantrell is the first female mayor in New Orleans' history and faces charges including conspiracy and fraud, amid allegations of a personal, intimate relationship with her bodyguard.
Indictment details indicate Vappie and Cantrell communicated via encrypted messages on WhatsApp, and the mayor has not publicly addressed the indictment since mid-July.
Supporters of Cantrell argue she has been unfairly targeted and subject to different standards because of her race and gender.
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