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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Sophie Austin

Ex-staffer sues California Assembly speaker, alleging retaliation for reporting bribery

California Assembly Speaker Lawsuit - (Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

A former press secretary for California's Assembly speaker sued one of the state's most prominent politicians, accusing him of firing her in retaliation for reporting alleged bribery and other misconduct.

In the lawsuit filed Tuesday, former staffer Cynthia Moreno said she submitted a complaint to the Legislature earlier this year, accusing Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas — as well as his brother Rick Rivas — of bribery and other ethical violations.

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