Indicted Mississippi Mayor Attends National Cities Convention Amidst Corruption Charges

Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba, recently indicted on federal bribery charges, attended the National League of Cities conference in Tampa Bay, missing a crucial Jackson infrastructure meeting. Despite his absence, the meeting proceeded with a quorum, though little progress was made due to the absence of key city officials. Lumumba, facing multiple felony charges, pleaded not guilty and was released on bond, with travel restrictions requiring court approval.