Former Arcadia Mayor Eileen Wang to Plead Guilty in Foreign Agent Case

Former Arcadia Mayor Eileen Wang has reached a plea agreement with federal prosecutors, who accused her of secretly working to promote China's interests before her election to the city council. Wang, who served as mayor of the Southern California city, was charged with acting illegally as an agent of the Chinese government.

The plea deal, announced on May 29, 2026, marks a significant development in the case, which has drawn attention to foreign influence in local politics. Prosecutors alleged that Wang engaged in covert activities to advance China's agenda, including lobbying and other actions, without registering as a foreign agent.

The specific terms of the plea agreement have not been fully disclosed, but Wang is expected to appear in court to formally enter her guilty plea. The case highlights ongoing concerns about foreign interference in U.S.

municipal governance.