Morrie Goldman Sentenced for Bribery Scheme

George Chiang, a real estate development consultant, is set to be sentenced for his involvement in a pay-to-play scheme linked to ex-Councilman José Huizar, who is currently imprisoned for corruption and tax evasion. Chiang pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges and is expected to receive a lighter sentence due to his cooperation with federal investigators. Meanwhile, longtime lobbyist Morrie Goldman was sentenced to six months of home detention and fined $60,000 for his role in the same corruption case, having also pleaded guilty and cooperated. Goldman admitted to helping establish political action committees that were used to support Huizar's relatives' campaigns, thus maintaining Huizar's political influence. The case underscores a broader investigation into systemic corruption within Los Angeles City Hall, with significant implications on governance and accountability.