The resolution, adopted by the Council of the District of Columbia on February 4, 2025, calls for the expulsion of Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. due to serious violations of ethical conduct and legal statutes. Following an investigation by an ad hoc committee, which was prompted by White's arrest by the FBI on bribery charges, the committee found substantial evidence that White engaged in corrupt practices, including accepting cash payments in exchange for influencing government contracts. The committee's report highlighted multiple violations of the D.C. Official Code and the Council's Code of Official Conduct, leading to a unanimous recommendation for his expulsion.

The resolution emphasizes the need to maintain public confidence in the integrity of the District government and condemns White's actions as a blatant attempt to defraud the government. As a result of his expulsion, a vacancy has been created in the Ward 8 seat on the Council. The resolution will take effect immediately, and copies will be transmitted to both Councilmember White and the District of Columbia Board of Elections.