The controversy surrounding San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus might soon reach its apex as the Board of Supervisors, in their latest move, voted on a charter amendment that could potentially unseat her. In proceedings reported by KTVU, the amendment, if passed by voters, would empower the supervisors to remove an elected sheriff by a 4/5 majority. This vote comes after an independent report revealed allegations including retaliation against employees, an improper romantic relationship, and the use of racial and homophobic slurs, accusations Corpus firmly denies as a salacious broadcast of unfounded allegations.

The tension escalated as CBS San Francisco reported that following the supervisor's vote, Corpus faces a ballot measure in March that will seal her fate if passed. Supervisor David Canepa was noticeably absent from the vote, while Supervisor Noella Corzo abstained, expressing mistrust in the sheriff's ability to testify truthfully. Corpus, however, has remained assertive, challenging her opponents to initiate a recall and deeming the amendment a "blatant attempt to go around the voters."

In response to the board's actions, Corpus lashed out, labeling the inquiry as "politically motivated and one-sided," insisting on moving forward with a reconstructed leadership team, as per CBS San Francisco. Her stance retains a sense of defiance, advocating for the office's independence and warning against setting a "dangerous precedent" that might undermine the voters' trust and the progress they expect her to uphold. Meanwhile, the San Carlos City Council, aligning with the supervisors' earlier indication of no confidence, has also requested that Corpus step down.