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Sheng Thao
Oakland
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In the news (6)
OaklandsideOct 31, 2026
‘We had just committed a crime’: Mario Juarez describes alleged deal with Thao
Oakland NorthOct 31, 2026
Former city administrator testifies Thao never told him to bypass bidding process on housing purchase
OaklandsideOct 30, 2026
Did Sheng Thao actually have the power to steer city deals in exchange for bribes?
OaklandsideOct 29, 2026
Secret recordings played for jury in Sheng Thao corruption trial
OaklandsideOct 24, 2026
There’s no proof of Sheng Thao taking a bribe, defense argues
Oakland NorthOct 14, 2026