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Ridley-Thomas Convictions Upheld | Venice Beach News
Former L.A. County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas’ fraud and bribery convictions have been upheld by a federal appellate court, cementing his three-year, six-month prison sentence — though he remains free on bail while appealing. The case hinges on a $100,000 donation from USC to a nonprofit linked to his son, allegedly funneled through former USC dean Marilyn Flynn in exchange for Ridley-Thomas’ support of a lucrative telehealth contract. The court ruled the payment was a “thing of value” tied directly to his official actions, reinforcing the fraud charges. Now 71, Ridley-Thomas may still…
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