New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell Indicted on Federal Corruption Charges
New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell Indicted on Federal Corruption Charges New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell has been indicted on federal charges including conspiracy, fraud, and obstruction, stemming from allegations that she concealed a romantic relationship with her bodyguard, Jeffrey Vappie. The indictment, returned by a grand jury on Friday, accuses Cantrell and Vappie of a years-long scheme where Vappie was paid for hours he allegedly did not work, including during private meetings and trips. Prosecutors assert that the mayor and…