- Chinese Company’s SoCal Subsidiary Agrees to Pay More Than $1 Million to Resolve Criminal Investigation into Bribe Payments to Los Angeles City Council Member & Democrat, Jose Huizar, and Illegal Contributions to Other Political Figures.Jia Yuan employees made campaign contributions to several U.S. political candidates, some of which were later reimbursed by the company at the direction of a foreign national, who was prohibited from participating in U.S. elections.Los Angeles City Councilman Jose Huizar Charged in 34-Count Indictment Alleging Wide-Ranging Political CorruptionUS arm of Shenzhen Hazens admitted to showering LA councilman with Katy Perry tickets, trips, hotel discounts.
- Billboard company refuses to post ad critical of LeBron James’ stand on China.The billboards were set to be displayed near the entrance to the NBA Bubble near Orlando, Fla., where James’ LA Lakers are battling the Miami Heat for the NBA championship.


