A California mayor is arrested after an FBI informant flips and turns on the case

Added September 20, 2026

The informant’s sudden change of story puts the official at the center of a federal investigation and facing up to 72 years in prison. This video breaks down how the arrest unfolded, what the informant revealed, and why the potential sentence is so severe. Watch the full story and decide what you think really happened. 0:00​ - Secret Videos of Oakland Politicians 4:15​ - FBI Raids Mayor Sheng Thao’s Home 8:20​ - $95K Attack Mailers Before the Election 13:05​ - Federal Charges: Trash Contract, Housing & Bribes 17:10​ - FBI Informant Flips — 72 Witnesses, Trial Oct 2026