Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao, along with her longtime partner Andre Jones and two local businessmen, has been indicted on multiple federal bribery and corruption charges. The indictment alleges that Thao and her associates sought over $300,000 in bribes, which reportedly included a $75,000 bribe related to campaign mailers that may have influenced local elections. The fallout from these charges is expected to impact local politics, with several city officials potentially involved in the bribery network that allegedly manipulated municipal contracts and government operations. Thao has pleaded not guilty to the charges against her, while the investigation continues to unfold, revealing significant allegations of corruption that have shaken the Bay Area.