Category: MRT

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

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…


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

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…


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

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…