Jury selection is expected to begin Tuesday in the trial of former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao, who is facing federal bribery charges. Drew Andre reports.
Jury selection begins Tuesday in the federal bribery and corruption trial of former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao and executives from the city's recycling contractor. Bribery and corruption allegations Federal prosecutors allege that Thao shared insider information with the Duong family, accepted politic…
Jury selection concluded Tuesday in federal court in Oakland, clearing the way for a trial expected to last about six weeks. Thao faces bribery, fraud and corruption charges stemming from an investigation that drew national attention when FBI agents raided her home more than two years ago.
By Carlos E. Castañeda Opening statements in the corruption trial of former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao and three others began on Wednesday morning after jury selection wrapped up on Tuesday evening. Seven women and five men were seated as jurors following a day-long session of questioning Tuesday from…
In the federal corruption trial of former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao, prosecutors claimed Thao put her political power up for sale, while defense attorneys attempted to impeach the government’s star witness.
