Georgia city removes 23-year-old mayor after sexting and municipal funds scandal
Summary
Stockbridge, Georgia city leaders removed 23-year-old Mayor Jayden Williams after investigating his use of city funds and inappropriate messages with an 18-year-old student. The city council held a long hearing where they reviewed evidence including misuse of a government credit card and questionable communications before deciding to remove him from office.Key Facts
- Jayden Williams became mayor in January after winning the election in late 2023.
- He was 23 years old, the youngest mayor in Stockbridge’s history.
- Allegations included sending sexually suggestive texts and explicit photos to an 18-year-old high school student.
- Williams offered the student a city-backed internship and asked to be “friends with benefits.”
- Williams used a city-issued credit card for personal expenses like movie tickets and shopping but said it was accidental and reimbursed the city.
- Investigators said Williams created a hostile work environment by changing office locks and shouting at staff.
- The city council voted to remove Williams after an investigation by an independent investigator confirmed the accusations.
- Williams denied some claims and his lawyer called the removal “disappointing” and not evidence-based.
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