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LAUSD Chief Resigns Amid FBI Probe
23 Jun
Summary
- Superintendent Alberto Carvalho resigned on June 21, 2026.
- An FBI raid on his home and office preceded the resignation.
- The probe is linked to a failed AI contract and conflicts of interest.
Alberto Carvalho, superintendent of the Unified School District (LAUSD), resigned on June 21, 2026. He stated his resignation aims to prevent distractions from student learning and focus on the district's educational mission. This decision comes after an FBI raid on his home and office in February 2026.
The investigation is believed to be linked to a failed multimillion-dollar AI school contract with a startup called AllHere. Carvalho had awarded the company a $6 million contract in 2023, including $3 million upfront. The initiative collapsed in 2024 due to allegations of embezzlement against the company's founder and whistleblower concerns.
Carvalho's four-year tenure, appointed in 2022 and reappointed in fall 2025, saw achievements such as record-breaking academic performance and gains in equitable progress. The LAUSD Board stated it remains committed to stability and providing quality education. Andrés E. Chait will serve as acting superintendent.
