"Ex-LA Deputy Mayor Convicted in City Hall Corruption Case"

Former L.A. Deputy Mayor Raymond Chan was found guilty of racketeering, bribery, fraud, and giving false statements in a corruption case involving pay-to-play schemes with developers at City Hall. The federal jury reached the verdict in a matter of hours, finding Chan guilty on all counts. Chan's attorney plans to file an appeal, arguing that Chan was not part of the criminal enterprise led by former City Councilmember Jose Huizar. Prosecutors described Chan as a crucial intermediary between Huizar and Chinese real estate developers, helping to secure benefits for Huizar, his associates, and himself. Chan is scheduled for sentencing on June 10.