SACRAMENTO, CA – Citrus Heights Mayor Porsche Middleton today announced her endorsement of prosecutor Thien Ho in his campaign for Sacramento County District Attorney, joining a growing list of prominent elected, law enforcement and community leaders supporting him.
“As Citrus Heights embarks on the city’s $1 billion redevelopment plan to revitalize Sunrise Mall, which will attract business and consumers from across Sacramento County, we need the proven leadership of Thien Ho to listen to the voices and priorities of businesses and community residents,” said Citrus Heights Mayor Porsche Middleton. “I am proud to endorse and stand with Thien Ho, a responsive and effective law enforcement leader that is committed to a balanced approach of protecting the community while embracing a strong and vibrant Citrus Heights,” she added.
“I am honored and humbled to receive the endorsement of Citrus Heights Mayor Porsche Middleton,” said Sacramento County Assistant Chief Deputy District Attorney Thien Ho. “Together, we have a responsibility to unite around our values and push toward a common goal of building up and strengthening Citrus Heights,” he added.
Ho’s campaign announced earlier this month his race has opened a wide lead in fundraising with more than $519,000 in 2021.
As a refugee who fled Vietnam seeking freedom and opportunities for a better life, Thien Ho is the embodiment of the American Dream. As a lawyer with 23 years of experience, Thien has pursued justice every time he steps into the courtroom. As a deputy district attorney, Thien has prosecuted the most violent and dangerous criminals, including the East Area Rapist/Golden State Killer. As the Assistant Chief Deputy District Attorney for Sacramento County, Thien manages and oversees an entire bureau of lawyers who protect the public, collaborate with community partners, and guard the integrity of the criminal justice system.