The L.A. County District Attorney is looking into whether Sheriff Alex Villanueva broke campaign finance laws by asking deputies for donations.
The investigation centers on a video of Villanueva dressed in civilian clothing and asking for support. In the video, the sheriff speaks into the camera and says the message is aimed at deputies, whom he asks to consider making donations to his campaign.
"This video has come to our attention. We take these matters seriously and it is currently under review. A formal investigation by our PID unit has been initiated. We cannot comment further at this time."
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