Overview

• Former Anaheim Mayor Harry Sidhu was sentenced to two months in federal prison, fined $55,000, and given one year of supervised release for corruption-related crimes tied to the failed Angel Stadium sale.
• Sidhu pleaded guilty in 2023 to four felonies, including obstruction of justice, wire fraud, and making false statements to federal investigators.
• The FBI investigation revealed that Sidhu leaked confidential negotiation details to benefit the Angels organization and expected a $1 million campaign contribution in return.
• The sentencing follows Anaheim's implementation of reforms aimed at increasing transparency, such as stricter lobbying rules, longer email retention policies, and the hiring of an ethics officer.
• Critics argue that while reforms are a step forward, they may not sufficiently address systemic issues or ensure accountability for others involved in past misconduct.