Santa Ana, Calif. (October 22, 2024) – The following individual statements were issued by members of the Orange County Board of Supervisors in response to the indictment of Supervisor Andrew Do:
Chairman Donald P. Wagner, Third District
“We are thankful for the thorough and careful investigation carried out by federal law enforcement officials. Orange County residents have demanded answers and accountability. So has the Board, taking several steps to address contracting and oversight practices. This indictment only speaks to the federal criminal investigation. The County remains committed to continuing its civil lawsuits in order to hold all responsible parties accountable and to recover misused public funds.”
Vice Chairman Doug Chaffee, Fourth District
“This is a troubling moment for our County. It’s disheartening to witness a betrayal of public trust by someone in a position of responsibility. This highlights the critical need for ethical leadership. The Board remains dedicated to serving the people with integrity.”
Supervisor Vicente Sarmiento, Second District
“This is a day Orange County residents have been waiting for to ensure Supervisor Do is held to account for his misconduct. The unsealing of the indictments demonstrates years of unethical and illegal acts that directly harmed the most vulnerable in our County. We must not discontinue the investigations until all parties involved are brought to justice, and the systemic problems that led to these abuses are reformed.”
Supervisor Katrina Foley, Fifth District
“I am disgusted by the staggering level of corruption, greed, and deception described in the unsealed federal indictment. Andrew Do and his associates carried out an overt scheme to enrich themselves off our hard-earned tax dollars. Andrew Do must pay for his crimes. This Board is united in continuing to do the people’s business of governing and moving forward from this dark day in Orange County.”
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