San Mateo County Assistant Sheriff Resigns Following Critical Report

Matthew Fox steps down as allegations of misconduct against Sheriff Christina Corpus escalate.

Matthew Fox, recently promoted to acting assistant sheriff, resigned two days after a report accused Sheriff Christina Corpus of misconduct.
The report, authored by retired Judge LaDoris H. Cordell, alleges abuse of power, retaliation against employees, and inappropriate relationships by Corpus.
The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors formally called for Corpus's resignation and eliminated the chief of staff position held by Victor Aenlle.
Corpus controversially promoted Aenlle to assistant sheriff despite questions about his qualifications and barred him from non-public county buildings.
The report's findings have intensified scrutiny on Corpus, the county's first Latina sheriff, as she defends her leadership against accusations.