Trial shows Linda Sun texts on Hochul, Cuomo
At former New York state official Linda Sun’s federal trial in Brooklyn, prosecutors presented Jan. 25, 2021 messages in which Sun told Chinese consular officials that then–Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul was "much more obedient" than Gov. Andrew Cuomo and that the lieutenant governor "listens to me more." Sun, charged with violating and conspiring to violate FARA and related offenses, is accused of acting on behalf of China, including steering a Lunar New Year video and seeking to block mention of Uyghurs in a Cuomo speech, while allegedly funneling millions to her husband to buy real estate and a Ferrari.
📌 Key Facts
- Messages shown to jurors include Sun stating Hochul was "much more obedient" and "listens to me more" than Cuomo (Jan. 25, 2021).
- Prosecutors allege Sun acted as an unregistered agent for China, including arranging a consulate-linked video and influencing access for Taiwanese officials.
- Sun and her husband allegedly used millions in proceeds to purchase Long Island and Honolulu properties (over $6 million) and a 2024 Ferrari Roma.