"New Orleans City Council Takes Historic Action, Suspending Mayor Cantrell's Top Staffer"

Mayor Cantrell's communications director, Gregory Joseph, has been suspended without pay for the remainder of her term after being found guilty on all charges by the council. The charges stem from the use of public funds for a mailer promoting Cantrell's success during a recall effort. Joseph did not attend the hearing, and the termination hearing has been rescheduled. Mayor Cantrell expressed disappointment in the council's decision, accusing them of prioritizing public humiliation over legislative progress.