Category: MRT

Former USC Dean Pleads ‘Not Guilty’ to Ridley-Thomas Bribery, Fraud Charges

October 25, 2021
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Marilyn Flynn, former dean of the University of Southern California (USC) School of Social Work, pleaded not guilty Oct. 25 to federal charges of bribery and fraud in a scheme involving Los Angeles City Councilmember Mark Ridley-Thomas. On Oct. 13, Ridley-Thomas and Flynn were indicted on 20 counts of bribery and fraud for allegedly conspiring…

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Following Indictment, Ridley-Thomas to Step Back from Council Meetings

October 18, 2021
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LOS ANGELES—Los Angeles City Councilman Mark Ridley-Thomas, who was indicted last week on federal bribery and conspiracy charges stemming from his time on the county Board of Supervisors, sent a letter to his colleagues Oct. 18 saying he will “immediately step back” from council and committee meetings, but he intends to remain in office and…

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Councilman Ridley-Thomas Has ‘No Intention of Resigning’ Following Indictment

October 16, 2021
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LOS ANGELES—In his first public statement following his indictment on federal corruption charges, Los Angeles City Councilman Mark Ridley-Thomas said he has “no intention of resigning” his seat and is focused on fighting the allegations. “When I ran for City Council, I made it clear that my highest priority would be addressing the city’s homeless…

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