Ex-Anaheim Mayor Sentenced for Corruption in Angel Stadium Deal

Harry Sidhu receives a two-month prison sentence, $55,000 fine, and supervised release for his role in the failed stadium sale scandal.

Former Anaheim Mayor Harry Sidhu was sentenced to two months in federal prison, fined $55,000, and given one year of supervised release for corruption-related crimes tied to the failed Angel Stadium sale.
Sidhu pleaded guilty in 2023 to four felonies, including obstruction of justice, wire fraud, and making false statements to federal investigators.
The FBI investigation revealed that Sidhu leaked confidential negotiation details to benefit the Angels organization and expected a $1 million campaign contribution in return.
The sentencing follows Anaheim's implementation of reforms aimed at increasing transparency, such as stricter lobbying rules, longer email retention policies, and the hiring of an ethics officer.
Critics argue that while reforms are a step forward, they may not sufficiently address systemic issues or ensure accountability for others involved in past misconduct.