May 12, 2026,

4:59 PM

By EIR

California Mayor Resigns After Spying for China — Eileen Wang. AFP

US media reported Tuesday that a mayor of a Californian city resigned after being accused of spying for China.

According to federal prosecutors, Eileen Wang, the mayor of Arcadia city of Los Angeles County, pleaded guilty in a case and could face up to 10 years in prison.

Prosecutors said she secretly worked to promote pro-Beijing messages and positions within the United States. (EIR)

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