San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus is facing hearings that will run from Monday until August 29, centering on allegations of corruption and misconduct. Two sheriff's unions have raised complaints against her, including accusations of workplace bullying and an inappropriate relationship with her former chief of staff. Despite the release of a comprehensive investigative report that intensified calls for her removal, Corpus has remained defiant, denying all allegations. A recent special election granted the Board of Supervisors the authority to remove an elected sheriff until 2028, marking a notable development in California politics surrounding sheriff accountability.
The proceedings stem from complaints raised nearly a year ago by two sheriff's unions alleging corruption, workplace misconduct, bullying and an inappropriate relationship between Corpus and her former chief of staff, Victor Aenlle.
Corpus, elected in 2022, has denied all accusations and refused to resign despite mounting political pressure.
Measure A made San Mateo the first Bay Area county to give its board that authority to remove an elected sheriff until 2028, the end of Corpus' term.
If removed, Corpus would be the first elected sheriff in California to be ousted by a county Board of Supervisors.
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