DC Councilman Trayon White’s Office releases statement following arrest on bribery charge [Video]

WASHINGTON – Councilmember Trayon White’s Office has released a statement a day after he was arrested by agents with the FBI.

White faces one count of bribery for allegedly accepting $156,000 in cash payments in exchange for using his position as a D.C. Councilmember to pressure government employees at Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (ONSE) and DYRS to extend several D.C. contracts.

In the statement, White’s office asked for the “support and understanding of the community” at this time.

“The Office of Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. acknowledges the recent criminal complaint against Councilmember White,” the statement reads.

“We recognize the seriousness of this matter. We want to assure Ward 8 residents and stakeholders that our office remains fully operational and steadfast in our commitment to serving the public. Our staff continues to work diligently to address the needs of our constituents, ensuring that essential services and initiatives are not disrupted.”

Former Councilwoman Mary Cheh says the situation is …