Politics
Trayon White Arrested by FBI
D.C. Council member Trayon White was arrested by the FBI on Sunday afternoon. The news came as a surprise to many in the community he represents, Ward 8.
Reports about the arrest were circulating quickly, but details about why he was taken into custody remain unclear at this moment. The FBI has not released any comments regarding the situation.
Phil Mendelson, the D.C. Council chair, confirmed the arrest and emphasized the importance of trust and integrity in public office. He stated, ‘We’re trying to gather the facts at this time.’
This arrest raises a lot of questions and concerns within the local political landscape, and as this story develops, more information is sure to come to light.