Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do removed amid federal probe

Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do was removed from all committee and board appointments by his colleagues amid increasing calls for his resignation due to a federal investigation. The board's unanimous decision followed revelations that Do directed millions of dollars in contracts to a nonprofit linked to his daughter without disclosing her involvement. This action marks the first significant response from the board since the allegations surfaced. The county has filed a lawsuit against the Viet America Society, claiming that the organization misappropriated taxpayer funds intended for feeding the elderly and needy during the pandemic. The lawsuit alleges that executives, including Do's daughter, mismanaged over $10 million in contracts, diverting funds to personal property purchases instead of their intended charitable purposes. The county's legal action has intensified scrutiny on Do's conduct. Federal agents have executed search warrants at the homes of Do, his daughter, and the nonprofit's CEO, indicating a serious investigation into the alleged misconduct. Although Do has not been named in the lawsuit, the federal probe raises significant concerns about his ethical conduct and decision-making as a public official. The investigation has drawn attention from local politicians and former supporters, further amplifying calls for his resignation. As the situation unfolds, the implications for Do's political career remain uncertain. The board's decision to remove him from committee assignments reflects a growing consensus that he can no longer effectively represent Orange County. The ongoing investigation and public outcry may ultimately determine his future in office.