The nature of the irregularities have not been confirmed.
It did not give details of the irregularities or identify any of the suspended executives.
There have been no suggestions that Mr. Cardoso had control or even knew of the irregularities.
"But Corrine Brown repeated the extent of the irregularities that I wasn't aware of.
Hence this new column, a monthly inspection of some of the irregularities on the road.
His sensitive use of the irregularities of his salvaged cardboard, with its unpredictable shapes, stains and tears, often added drama.
The observer did, however, note that some of the irregularities were more a matter of "incompetence" than deliberate disruptions.
The political hopefuls have refused to submit their complaints to the election regulators, saying those officials were implicated in some of the irregularities.
"The quantity and seriousness of the irregularities -- from the ballots to the counting centers -- have led us to the conclusion not to recognize the results," he added.
But people familiar with the investigation said Mr. Mu was well aware of the irregularities and numerous misdeeds occurring in Shenyang even if he did not actively participate.
He has said in the past that he was unaware of the irregularities at U.S. Foodservice until they were revealed in February.
