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Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Trayon White hints at re-election campaign for DC Council Ward 8 seat
The Brief Trayon White aiming to reclaim his Ward 8 Council seat after being expelled less than two months ago. Ethics violations and bribery charges loom, but White remains eligible to run, with his trial set for 2026. Residency requirements met, as White maintains his primary home in Ward 8 despite links to a Ward 6 apartment. WASHINGTON - Former Ward 8 Councilmember Trayon White, who was expelled from the D.C. Council less than two months ago, confirmed on social media his bid to reclaim his seat in the upcoming special election. White revealed his re-election campaign in a Sunday Instagram post celebrating the end of Ramadan, also stating, "ReElection campaign starts tomorrow." READ MORE: Trial date set for DC councilmember Trayon White in federal bribery case What we know At least 20 names are already listed as official candidates for the Ward 8 July 15 special election. Trayon White's name is not on the list yet but is still eligible to run since, among other requirements, he has not been convicted of any crime. Last summer, White was arrested on federal bribery charges, accused of accepting over $150,000 in exchange for steering violence interruption contracts to benefit an associate. He has pleaded not guilty, and his trial is scheduled for 2026. READ MORE: DC Council votes unanimously to expel Trayon White He was expelled from the council in February following an independent investigation that found substantial evidence of council ethics violations. The federal investigation is separate from the council ethics probe. While an independent council report linked White to an apartment in Ward 6, the council investigation also did not find Trayon White violated residency requirements, as his primary home is still in Ward 8. (White has until April 17th to submit at least 500 signatures from Ward 8 residents.) READ MORE: Report finds Trayon White violated DC Council's Code of Conduct The Source FOX 5 DC
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Expelled DC councilmember teases run for old seat despite federal bribery charge
An expelled D.C. councilmember is teasing a re-election campaign for his old seat as he faces a federal bribery charge. Trayon White, the former Ward 8 councilmember accused last year by federal authorities of agreeing to accept $156,000 in bribes, wrote on Instagram "ReElection campaign starts tomorrow." The D.C. Council voted unanimously to remove White from his position less than two months ago. However, despite being expelled, White remains eligible to run in a special election that will now be held for his vacant seat, according to Wusa 9. White did not immediately respond Monday to a request for comment from Fox News Digital. Dc Council Expels Trayon White Following Federal Bribery Charge His old seat is currently being represented by the entire council, and nominations for prospective candidates in the July 15 special election close on April 17, WJLA reported. Read On The Fox News App Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie, a Democrat, said White's expulsion vote was "not easy" and represented a "very challenging situation" for the ward that White represents, but ultimately, he said, it is the right move for the city. Flashback: Dc Councilmember Facing Federal Bribery Charges Wins Landslide Re-election "Trust is precious, trust is critical for an elected government, and we must act," Council Chairman Phil Mendelson added. The Justice Department, citing a criminal complaint charging White with bribery, alleged that "beginning in June 2024, White corruptly agreed to accept $156,000 in cash payments in exchange for using his position as a D.C. Councilmember to pressure government employees at [the] Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement and [the] D.C. Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services to extend several D.C. contracts." White, who has pleaded not guilty to those allegations, reportedly faces up to 15 years in prison if he is convicted. A jury trial in the case is set for January 2026. Fox News' Anders Hagstrom contributed to this report. Original article source: Expelled DC councilmember teases run for old seat despite federal bribery charge
Fox News
31-03-2025
- Politics
- Fox News
Expelled DC councilmember teases run for old seat despite federal bribery charge
An expelled D.C. councilmember is teasing a re-election campaign for his old seat as he faces a federal bribery charge. Trayon White, the former Ward 8 councilmember accused last year by federal authorities of agreeing to accept $156,000 in bribes, wrote on Instagram "ReElection campaign starts tomorrow." The D.C. Council voted unanimously to remove White from his position less than two months ago. However, despite being expelled, White remains eligible to run in a special election that will now be held for his vacant seat, according to WUSA 9. White did not immediately respond Monday to a request for comment from Fox News Digital. His old seat is currently being represented by the entire council, and nominations for prospective candidates in the July 15 special election close on April 17, WJLA reported. Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie, a Democrat, said White's expulsion vote was "not easy" and represented a "very challenging situation" for the ward that White represents, but ultimately, he said, it is the right move for the city. "Trust is precious, trust is critical for an elected government, and we must act," Council Chairman Phil Mendelson added. The Justice Department, citing a criminal complaint charging White with bribery, alleged that "beginning in June 2024, White corruptly agreed to accept $156,000 in cash payments in exchange for using his position as a D.C. Councilmember to pressure government employees at [the] Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement and [the] D.C. Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services to extend several D.C. contracts." White, who has pleaded not guilty to those allegations, reportedly faces up to 15 years in prison if he is convicted. A jury trial in the case is set for January 2026.
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Expelled DC Councilmember Trayon White teases re-election campaign on social media
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Trayon White teased his re-election campaign on social media after he was expelled last month by the D.C. Council following his indictment on federal bribery charges. On Sunday, White said in a on Instagram that his re-election campaign 'starts tomorrow.' DC Councilmember Trayon White addresses criminal accusations of bribery This comes after 12 voting D.C. Council members , who was representing Ward 8, on February 4. White was by the FBI on federal bribery charges last year. He was accused of accepting cash in exchange for his influence on city contracts. He pleaded not guilty. White is set to face trial in 2026. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-02-2025
- Politics
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Salim Adofo announces run for Ward 8 council seat
WASHINGTON () — All eyes are on Washington, D.C.'s council as the Ward 8 seat is up for grabs and one candidate announced that he is throwing in his bid, again. Candidate Saturday that he is running in the council's special election. This comes after former Councilmember Trayon White after he was accused of breaking city code and council rules. Church cancels Christmas performance at Kennedy Center following center changes In a , Adofo said Ward 8 deserves a 'steady leadership that listens, leads and delivers.' While working as an Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner, the U.S. Army veteran said he helped address gun violence and public safety, youth empowerment and the fight for better housing. 'I've dedicated myself to fighting for real change—whether through advocacy, organizing, or bringing people together to solve problems. Now, I'm ready to continue that work on the D.C. Council to ensure Ward 8 gets the leadership it deserves,' Adofo stated in the post. On March 1, Adofo will officially kick off his campaign at the We Act Radio Station in Southeast. The event will take place from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at 1920 Martin Luther King Jr Ave. Early voting will start on July 11 and go until July 14. The special election will be held on July 15. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
