Council Chair Defends $7.6 Million Grant to Acquaintance’s Group
The council chair maintains the $7.6 million grant was awarded correctly and supports a review after the funds were returned, despite scrutiny over the personal relationship.
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2 storiesnewest firstlatest October 24, 2026
County Exec Orders Return of $7.6 Million Grant
County Executive Aisha Braveboy ordered the return of a $7.6 million grant after a controversy involving the Edward Charles Foundation, its nonprofit Community on the Frontline, and ties to Council Chair Krystal Oriadha.
