The article details a lawsuit by former Sheriff Captain Brian Philip, alleging retaliation within the San Mateo Sheriff's office after he resisted pressure to arrest a union leader. Philip's resignation follows a trend of dismissals and resignations in the office since Sheriff Corpus took charge in 2023. City officials have expressed their lack of confidence in Corpus's leadership, pushing for unprecedented measures to remove her. An investigation revealed numerous complaints about her management style and conflicts of interests, further underscoring the turmoil within the department.
In a striking display of discontent, San Mateo city leaders voted no confidence in Sheriff Corpus, calling for an amendment allowing voters to remove her from office.
The allegations in Philip's lawsuit raise serious concerns about a retaliatory environment at the sheriff's office, particularly against those promoting unionization.
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