Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao Urges FBI to Clear Her Name Before Recall Vote

Thao insists she is not the target of an FBI investigation following a raid on her home amid corruption allegations.

Mayor Sheng Thao is facing a recall vote on November 5, amid allegations of political corruption linked to the Duong family.
Thao demands the FBI publicly confirm her innocence, claiming the agency informed her lawyer she is not a target of their investigation.
The FBI raided Thao's home in June as part of a broader investigation involving the Duong family's alleged bribery and money laundering schemes.
Thao criticizes the recall effort as being heavily funded by a single out-of-town donor, raising concerns about external influence.
If Thao is recalled, the succession of Oakland's mayoral office could lead to political instability and complex maneuvering within the city council.