The California State Senate has been rocked with scandal this year. Roderick Wright of Inglewood was convicted of perjury. Leland Yee of San Francisco is under federal indictment for smuggling weapons. Ron Calderón of Los Angeles faces corruption and bribery charges. Now, Kevin de León of Los Angeles has been unanimously elected President Pro Tem of the Upper House, saying that his priorities include restoring public trust in the legislature.
New President Pro Tem of the California State Senate
Credits
Guest:
- Kevin de León - member of LA City Council and mayoral candidate - @kdeleon