Alberto Carvalho has resigned as superintendent of Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) amid an ongoing FBI investigation into district contracts and a failed artificial intelligence project. The resignation comes nearly four months after federal agents executed search warrants at his home, the school district headquarters, and a Florida property connected to him.
Key Takeaways
Los Angeles Unified School District Superintendent Alberto Carvalho resigned amid an ongoing FBI investigation into district contracts and a failed AI project. He had been on leave since February raids at his home and office.
- Carvalho resigned after four months of paid administrative leave
- FBI raided Carvalho's home, LAUSD headquarters, and a Florida property in February
- Investigation involves AllHere, a defunct company that developed an AI chatbot for the district
- Carvalho denies wrongdoing; no charges have been filed
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▼Source Claims Check
1 Difference FoundAll 4 publishers report consistent facts across 2 key claims. 1 point of difference noted.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigation Focus | 1 Difference | UPI and CBS News report focus on LAUSD contracts; Los Angeles Times cites potential kickbacks from Miami tenure | ▼ |
| Resignation Date | Broad Agreement | June 21, 2026 | |
| Carvalho's Involvement With Allhere | Broad Agreement | denied personal involvement in selection of AllHere |
Investigation Focus
▼UPI and CBS News report focus on LAUSD contracts; Los Angeles Times cites potential kickbacks from Miami tenure
Resignation Date
Broad AgreementJune 21, 2026
Carvalho's Involvement With Allhere
Broad Agreementdenied personal involvement in selection of AllHere
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Carvalho submitted his resignation letter on Sunday night according to The Guardian, stating he wanted to allow the district to focus on students 'without distraction.' The LAUSD board of education accepted his resignation and issued a statement reaffirming its commitment to stability, continuity, and providing high-quality education. Andrés Chait will continue as acting superintendent until a permanent replacement is found.
According to The Guardian, the FBI investigation involves AllHere, an education technology company that had a contract with LAUSD before it collapsed. The district paid $3 million for an AI chatbot named 'Ed' developed by AllHere, which went bankrupt shortly after its unveiling. Joanna Smith-Griffin, founder of AllHere, was later charged with securities and wire fraud along with identity theft.
Carvalho's legal team has denied any wrongdoing on his part according to CBS News. A source familiar with the investigation told CBS that it predates Carvalho's tenure at LAUSD and is related to allegations of kickbacks he may have received while superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools. The FBI and U.S. Attorney's Office have not commented on the ongoing investigation.
Carvalho began his four-year, $1.7 million contract with LAUSD in 2022 after leading Miami-Dade County Public Schools for nearly 14 years according to UPI. During his tenure at LAUSD, he oversaw academic growth and widespread acclaim but also faced controversies including a massive cyberattack on the school system and alleged misspending of funds intended for arts education. His resignation comes as the district faces declining enrollment, chronic absenteeism, and intense federal scrutiny over its programs supporting students of color.
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