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Mistrial Declared in Corruption Case Against Linda Sun

12/23/2025

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A mistrial was declared on December 22, 2025, in the case against Linda Sun, a former aide to New York governors, after jurors deadlocked on 19 charges, including acting as a Chinese agent and bribery.
Prosecutors allege that Sun profited by steering contracts to her husband Chris Hu's business, which was funded by Chinese officials.
The trial revealed Sun's close ties to the Chinese consulate, including texts about her influence over governors and receiving luxury gifts.
The U.S. Attorney's Office plans to retry Linda Sun and Chris Hu, who face serious allegations of corruption and money laundering.

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A mistrial was declared on December 22, 2025, in the case against Linda Sun, a former aide to New York governors, after jurors deadlocked on 19 charges, including acting as a Chinese agent and bribery.
Prosecutors allege that Sun profited by steering contracts to her husband Chris Hu's business, which was funded by Chinese officials.
The trial revealed Sun's close ties to the Chinese consulate, including texts about her influence over governors and receiving luxury gifts.
The U.S. Attorney's Office plans to retry Linda Sun and Chris Hu, who face serious allegations of corruption and money laundering.