Despite calls for Andrea Cardenas to resign, her attorney said she does not plan to relinquish her City Council seat
Chula Vista Councilmember Andrea Cardenas and her brother, Jesus Cardenas , founder of a political consulting firm that has helped elect many officials across San Diego County, pleaded not guilty Thursday to multiple felony charges . The siblings entered their plea during an arraignment in San Diego Superior Court . The pair are accused of defrauding the U.S.
Speaking to reporters outside the courtroom after the Cardenases left, Bernal said both parties have yet to receive evidence and exchange information that may be used in future proceedings. Andrea does not plan to relinquish her City Council sea, he said. 'She plans on fighting these charges,' Bernal said. 'So, we plan to review the evidence in the case and fight as much as we can.' Thursday's arraignment comes after mounting calls for Andrea’s resignation.
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