Washington, D.C. Councilmember Trayon White finds himself in a precarious position, facing a potential expulsion vote following bribery allegations, despite winning re-election. The FBI arrested White in August 2024, accusing him of accepting over $150,000 in bribes to manipulate city contracting processes. Evidence presented by the FBI reportedly shows White receiving envelopes filled with cash from an informant. The city council is scheduled to vote on his expulsion later Tuesday.

Council Chairman Phil Mendelson has strongly condemned White's alleged actions, labeling them "quintessential corruption" and emphasizing the need to remove such behavior from the council to restore public trust. This sentiment was echoed by Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie, who stated that White betrayed the trust of his staff, the council, the agencies, and, most importantly, the residents of Ward 8.

Remarkably, White secured re-election in November, just three months after his arrest, winning by a significant margin. Following his victory, he expressed confidence in the people's decision and hoped it would send a message to the D.C. Council. His federal trial is slated to begin in January 2026, and he has pleaded not guilty.

Expelling White requires a unanimous vote from the remaining 11 council members. Public statements from several members suggest a challenging path for White. Councilmember Robert C. White Jr. expressed his wish for White's resignation, criticizing him for putting the council through the expulsion process. Mendelson underscored the importance of public trust in government and elected officials.

Councilmember Trayon White addresses the media after the City Council Ad Hoc Committee recommended his expulsion due to bribery allegations.

D.C. Ward 8 Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. at a ribbon cutting ceremony in Washington, D.C.

Court document photo allegedly showing Trayon White Sr. receiving an envelope containing a $5,000 payment.