Mayor of city in California admits acting as an illegal agent for Chinese government; here's how she 'silently operated'
Arcadia Mayor Eileen Wang has agreed to plead guilty to acting as an illegal agent for the Chinese government.
She is accused of promoting pro-PRC propaganda and sharing favorable articles without notifying the US government.
Wang's attorneys stated she accepts responsibility for past personal mistakes and apologizes to the community.
Arcadia mayor charged as Chinese agent
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