Devon Horton, the superintendent of DeKalb County Schools, has been indicted on 17 federal counts including wire fraud and embezzlement related to his previous role in the Illinois school district. The indictment comes after a lengthy investigation that revealed alleged financial misdeeds prior to his controversial hiring in DeKalb. Many parents in the community expressed disappointment but noted a lack of surprise regarding the charges. Following the indictment, Horton has been placed on paid administrative leave, and Dr. Norman C. Sauce III has been named as the interim superintendent. The case has raised concerns among former employees and officials, prompting discussions about potential civil action against Horton.