Friday, 10 Oct 2025
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
  • DMCA
logo logo
  • World
  • Politics
  • Crime
  • Economy
  • Tech & Science
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • More
    • Education
    • Celebrities
    • Culture and Arts
    • Environment
    • Health and Wellness
    • Lifestyle
  • đŸ”„
  • Trump
  • VIDEO
  • House
  • White
  • ScienceAlert
  • Trumps
  • Watch
  • man
  • Health
  • Season
Font ResizerAa
American FocusAmerican Focus
Search
  • World
  • Politics
  • Crime
  • Economy
  • Tech & Science
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • More
    • Education
    • Celebrities
    • Culture and Arts
    • Environment
    • Health and Wellness
    • Lifestyle
Follow US
© 2024 americanfocus.online – All Rights Reserved.
American Focus > Blog > Politics > Former Harris County DA Accuses Current DA of “Cover-Up,” Calls For Federal Investigation After Charges Tied to Two Massive Bid-Rigging Cases Against High-Ranking Official DROPPED (VIDEO) |
Politics

Former Harris County DA Accuses Current DA of “Cover-Up,” Calls For Federal Investigation After Charges Tied to Two Massive Bid-Rigging Cases Against High-Ranking Official DROPPED (VIDEO) |

Last updated: May 5, 2025 11:45 pm
Share
Former Harris County DA Accuses Current DA of “Cover-Up,” Calls For Federal Investigation After Charges Tied to Two Massive Bid-Rigging Cases Against High-Ranking Official DROPPED (VIDEO) |
SHARE

Former Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg/ screen image

Charges Dropped Against Harris County Official, Sparking Accusations of Cover-Up

In a dramatic turn of events in Harris County, Texas, the newly inaugurated District Attorney Sean Teare has dismissed charges against a prominent official linked to a significant bid-rigging scandal. This move has ignited a fiery response from former District Attorney Kim Ogg, who has leveled accusations of a “cover-up” against her successor.

Last week, Teare’s office dropped charges against Barbie Robinson, the former Harris County Public Health Director, in connection with an alleged $40 million scheme to misappropriate taxpayer funds to two companies, including IBM, as reported by ABC 13.

Former Harris County Public Health Director Barbie Robinson / screen image

According to the Harris County District Attorney’s Office, the decision was made after a thorough review of the evidence by seasoned prosecutors, concluding that the state could not establish the charges beyond a reasonable doubt. The office deemed that pursuing the case would not serve the interests of justice.

This controversy comes on the heels of a prior report revealing that Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo and her former staff would be reimbursed nearly $900,000 in legal expenses associated with bid-rigging allegations.

Lina Hidalgo and Chief of Staff Alex Triantaphyllis

In March, Ogg had transferred the case to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office to ensure it didn’t “fall through the cracks” before her departure from office. Subsequently, County Commissioners voted 3-1 to reimburse Hidalgo and three staffers a total of $877,402 for legal costs after a different prosecutor dropped the charges.

This saga traces back to a bid-rigging investigation in which Hidalgo’s top aides were indicted in April 2022 over an $11 million contract for a vaccine outreach initiative awarded to a firm with strong political ties to Hidalgo.

See also  CNN Doofus Jim Acosta Gets Called Out for Trying to Mock Pete Hegseth's Mom (VIDEO) |

While Hidalgo was busy enforcing stringent COVID-19 regulations, she was simultaneously attempting to funnel an $11 million contract to Felicity Pereyra, founder of Elevate Strategies. However, after scrutiny arose regarding the qualifications of the firm, Hidalgo ultimately rescinded the contract.

Hidalgo’s Chief of Staff, Alex Triantaphyllis, Policy Director Wallis Nader, and co-defendant Aaron Dunn faced charges of misusing official information and tampering with government documents related to the ill-fated outreach contract.

Lina Hidalgo indicted staffers from left: Aaron Dunn, Chief of Staff Alex Triantaphyllis and Policy Director Wallis Nader

On Friday, Hidalgo took to social media to criticize Ogg, claiming that the dismissal of charges against Robinson was racially motivated. In her statement, she lamented the “false accusations” against public servants and asserted that Robinson’s unjust firing exemplifies a troubling trend of targeting officials of color.

“I’m relieved to see this chapter closed, but Director Robinson should never have been fired, and taxpayers shouldn’t have had to bear the burden of this political prosecution,” Hidalgo stated on Facebook.

Ogg, unfazed by Hidalgo’s remarks, criticized the decision to drop charges against Robinson. “What we’re witnessing is a blatant quid pro quo,” Ogg asserted, labeling it a “cover-up” in exchange for political support from officials potentially implicated in the matter.

In a separate interview, Ogg called for a federal investigation, expressing concern over possible evidence destruction in the wake of these developments. “Harris County’s policies permit the destruction of email communications,” she warned, urging the FBI and the U.S. Attorney’s Office to step in.

WATCH:

TAGGED:AccusesBidRiggingCallscasesChargesCountyCoverUpCurrentDroppedFederalHarrishighrankinginvestigationMassiveofficialtiedVIDEO
Share This Article
Twitter Email Copy Link Print
Previous Article BLACKPINK’s Lisa Appears to Have Rosa Parks’ Face on Undies at Met Gala BLACKPINK’s Lisa Appears to Have Rosa Parks’ Face on Undies at Met Gala
Next Article Jon Stewart Slams Trump’s Comments About Rationing Pencils and Dolls Jon Stewart Slams Trump’s Comments About Rationing Pencils and Dolls
Leave a comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Popular Posts

Benfica vs. Barcelona how to watch, live stream, odds: Jan. 21, 2025 UEFA Champions League picks by top expert

UEFA Champions League action heats up as Benfica prepares to take on Barcelona in a…

January 21, 2025

Shallow Holes in Our Ancestor’s Teeth Might Not Be a Disease as Thought : ScienceAlert

The enamel that covers our teeth is not just a protective layer - it also…

June 10, 2025

Enforcing Commonsense Rules of the Road for America’s Truck Drivers – The White House

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of…

April 28, 2025

Donald Trump halts US-Canada trade talks over Big Tech tax dispute

The White House Watch newsletter offers valuable insights into what Trump's second term could mean…

June 27, 2025

Brooklyn Beckham Shows Off Tattoo of Nicola Peltz’s Love Note Amid Family Feud

Brooklyn Beckham Wifey's Ink-redible Words ... Getting Me Through the Family Drama!!! Published June 12,…

June 12, 2025

You Might Also Like

Cybersecurity agency that clashed with Trump one of the first hit with federal firings due to government shutdown
World News

Cybersecurity agency that clashed with Trump one of the first hit with federal firings due to government shutdown

October 10, 2025
‘Backyard Sports’ Animated Special to Debut in 2026; Playground Productions to Complete Video Game Re-Release Lineup
Entertainment

‘Backyard Sports’ Animated Special to Debut in 2026; Playground Productions to Complete Video Game Re-Release Lineup

October 10, 2025

Trump’s Mass Firing Of Federal Workers Immediately Blows Up In His Face

October 10, 2025
NYC City Council Candidate Alina Bonsell Explains the Importance of Defeating Socialist Zohran Mamdani | The Gateway Pundit | by Antonio Graceffo
Politics

NYC City Council Candidate Alina Bonsell Explains the Importance of Defeating Socialist Zohran Mamdani | The Gateway Pundit | by Antonio Graceffo

October 10, 2025
logo logo
Facebook Twitter Youtube

About US


Explore global affairs, political insights, and linguistic origins. Stay informed with our comprehensive coverage of world news, politics, and Lifestyle.

Top Categories
  • Crime
  • Environment
  • Sports
  • Tech and Science
Usefull Links
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
  • DMCA

© 2024 americanfocus.online –  All Rights Reserved.

Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?