Las Vegas, Nevada
September 24, 2024
Once again, Victoria Seaman finds herself embroiled in legal controversy, this time unsuccessfully attempting to prevent the public from learning about a confidential settlement she reached with the City of Las Vegas. A judge ruled against Seaman’s motion to block the disclosure of her settlement, raising serious questions about her transparency as an elected official.
Currently running for mayor, Seaman sought to keep the details of her lawsuit hidden from the people she seeks to represent. Her claim that releasing the settlement would harm her reputation is weak and reeks of desperation. If Seaman had nothing to hide, why would she go to such lengths to conceal the details of a lawsuit involving taxpayer dollars?
The court made it clear: the public has a right to know about matters involving government and elected officials. Seaman’s efforts to shield this information further spotlight her questionable judgment and lack of transparency. Worse yet, she failed to present concrete evidence that releasing the settlement would cause actual harm—only vague and speculative concerns about negative public perception. Seaman appears more concerned about her political image than being upfront with the public.
This is not the first time Seaman has used the legal system to deflect accountability, and her lack of integrity seems to know no bounds. As the court rightly pointed out, elected officials must be transparent, especially regarding legal matters involving the city. How can voters trust someone to lead the city when she repeatedly tries to hide behind legal maneuvers?
In light of this decision, voters should question whether Victoria Seaman can lead a city that values transparency, accountability, and honesty. What else is she hiding? How many more attempts will she make to shield herself from scrutiny using the legal system?
Seaman’s actions reflect a pattern of trying to avoid responsibility—something Las Vegas cannot afford in its next mayor.
