Original air date 1.21.25
In this episode, Phil and Camille discuss the former Oakland Mayor, Sheng Thao, who was recalled and now facing 95 years in federal prison due to conspiracy and bribery charges. Plus, we'll discuss the inauguration of President Donald Trump, Newsom being giddy about rebuilding LA in his vision, and why San Diego residents are still waiting for help from the city after last year's floods.
*The California Underground Podcast is dedicated to discussing California politics from a place of sanity and rationality.*
Chapters
02:50 Inauguration Reflections
05:57 Wildfire Updates and Government Response
11:56 Gavin Newsom's Controversial Statements
18:00 Mismanagement in LA Fire Department
24:00 Oakland Mayor's Indictment and Corruption Charges
40:46 Corruption and Conspiracy in Local Politics
44:35 Investigating California Waste Solutions
49:47 Shady Business Practices and Legal Troubles
55:08 Infrastructure Failures and Community Impact
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