Alberto Carvalho has finally broken his silence nearlytwo weeks after an FBI raidon his homes and office turned his life upside down.
The under fireLos Angeles Unified School Districtsuperintendent, who vanished after the February 25 bombshell, claimed he was innocent and he “has always acted within the bounds of the law.”
Through his lawyers he lashed out at federal agents, claiming they have found nothing to show he broke any rules during his time as chief of LAUSD and Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
Carvalho’shouses in Miami and San Pedrowere dramatically raided by the FBI nearly two weeks ago in connection with a corruption investigation over the failed schools AI program AllHere.
Sources told theLA Timeshe andhis wife Maria Florio Borgia Carvalhowere put in handcuffs, marched at gunpoint to the back of awaiting vehicles and waited there during the search.
A statement released Tuesday by his lawyers said: “Mr. Carvalho remains confident that the evidence will ultimately demonstrate that he acted appropriately and in the best interests of students.
“We hope the school board reinstates him promptly to his position as superintendent. Mr. Carvalho respects the rule of law and the investigative process and has always acted in the best interests of students and within the bounds of the law.
“While the government’s investigation remains ongoing, no evidence has been presented by prosecutors supporting any allegation that Mr. Carvalho violated federal law.”
They added: “Alberto Carvalho is a dedicated public servant committed to the students and families of the Los Angeles Unified School District.
“The achievements and success of the students, teachers, and staff of Los Angeles Unified remain his foremost focus, and he remains deeply committed to continuing the work of supporting students and families across the district.
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