EDITOR’S NOTE: Below is a statement sent on behalf of Tam Truong, a candidate for San Jose City Council District 8, on allegations related to a mortgage fraud lawsuit. The statement was shared with Bay Area News Group by Truong’s attorney, Nana Knight:
“This single-count complaint filed by the District Attorney’s Office represents nothing more than an allegation. It is based on a misunderstanding of all the facts in this case. This matter has been settled through a civil proceeding, which is the appropriate venue. There is no evidence that I intended to mislead anyone. What we have here is a rush to judgment and an effort to criminalize innocent conduct without a full understanding of the facts. The District Attorney’s Office filed this charge against me on the eve of the election, depriving me of sufficient time to clear my name through the judicial process before voting begins.
“I have an impeccable record of public service, and an unwavering commitment to justice. As someone who immigrated to this county from Vietnam at a young age, I believe in the rule of law and in our justice system. I am grateful for the overwhelming support from colleagues and members of the community who know me for my integrity and the strength of my character.
“I trust that the justice system that I have spent decades serving will work as it should and that I will be cleared of any wrongdoing. I have not committed a crime, and I plan to continue with my campaign.”