The Council expels Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. for accepting cash payments and kickbacks in exchange for influencing government contracts.

The Council expels Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. for accepting cash payments and kickbacks from a confidential human source. White accepted $35,000 in cash payments and agreed to a $156,000 kickback from businesses seeking contracts with the District of Columbia. He also met with government officials to influence contract renewals. These actions violate the District's Ethics Act and the Council's Code of Conduct, undermining public confidence in the government. The expulsion takes effect immediately.

The Council expels Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. for accepting cash payments and kickbacks in exchange for influencing government contracts.

The Council expels Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. for accepting cash payments and kickbacks from a confidential human source. White accepted $35,000 in cash payments and agreed to a $156,000 kickback from businesses seeking contracts with the District of Columbia. He also met with government officials to influence contract renewals. These actions violate the District's Ethics Act and the Council's Code of Conduct, undermining public confidence in the government. The expulsion takes effect immediately.