New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell indicted over alleged secret romance

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Mayor LaToya Cantrell has been indicted for allegedly concealing a romantic relationship with her bodyguard, Jeffrey Vappie, while he was paid for city work, involving trips to vineyards and encrypted communications. The 18-count indictment includes charges of conspiracy, fraud, and obstruction, marking a significant moment in New Orleans’ history of public corruption.

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