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Chaos Erupts as Dolton Trustees Override Mayor Henyard's Veto, Hire Lightfoot
politics1 year ago

Chaos Erupts as Dolton Trustees Override Mayor Henyard's Veto, Hire Lightfoot

A meeting in Dolton, Illinois, to address allegations of corruption and lavish spending against Mayor Tiffany Henyard descended into chaos as her opponents and supporters clashed. The Dolton trustees voted to reinstate former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot to investigate Henyard, who is accused of misusing village funds. The altercation required police intervention, and Henyard has faced calls for her resignation amid ongoing FBI investigations.

Dolton Trustees Override Mayor's Veto, Hire Lightfoot Amid Chaotic Meeting
local-politics1 year ago

Dolton Trustees Override Mayor's Veto, Hire Lightfoot Amid Chaotic Meeting

Chaos erupted at Dolton Village Hall as trustees overrode Mayor Tiffany Henyard's veto to pay former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot for an investigation into Henyard's spending and village records. The meeting saw heated exchanges, with residents expressing frustration over unanswered questions and alleged corruption, leading to the police chief, a Henyard ally, clearing the hall.

Dolton Trustees Override Henyard's Veto Amid Budget Controversy Chaos
local-news1 year ago

Dolton Trustees Override Henyard's Veto Amid Budget Controversy Chaos

Dolton trustees overrode Mayor Tiffany Henyard's veto to hire former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot to investigate Henyard's administration. The meeting was chaotic, with police intervention and accusations of filibustering. Lightfoot's mic was cut, but she continued to speak, emphasizing the need for transparency. Henyard is under federal investigation for questionable spending, and WGN is suing Dolton for withholding related documents.

Lori Lightfoot Hired to Investigate Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard at $400 per Hour
politics1 year ago

Lori Lightfoot Hired to Investigate Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard at $400 per Hour

The Illinois village of Dolton has voted to hire ex-Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot to investigate its current leader, Tiffany Henyard, who is accused of misusing taxpayer funds and engaging in corrupt practices. Lightfoot, who lost her reelection bid last year, will be paid $400 per hour for the investigation. The allegations against Henyard include misusing federal COVID-19 relief funds, hiring contractors without proper bids, and covering up alleged sexual misconduct. The FBI is also reportedly investigating Henyard's alleged misuse of taxpayer money. Henyard has refused calls for her resignation and has denied requests for financial documents from the village board.

"Trustees Seek Lightfoot Investigation of Dolton Mayor Henyard"
politics1 year ago

"Trustees Seek Lightfoot Investigation of Dolton Mayor Henyard"

Former Chicago mayor Lori Lightfoot has been hired to investigate the alleged misdeeds and multimillion-dollar deficit in Dolton's municipal government, including unpaid bills and a lavish village-funded trip to Las Vegas for Mayor Tiffany Henyard and others. However, Henyard has the power to veto Lightfoot's appointment, and frustrated taxpayers have questions about the $400 per hour investigation. Lightfoot stated that she will follow the facts without bias and provide an assessment of the findings and recommendations at the conclusion of the investigation.