Summary
Federal prosecutors are investigating Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser over a trip to Qatar that was paid for by the Qatari government. The investigation is looking into whether this trip broke any bribery or campaign finance laws. Mayor Bowser's office says the trip was to promote Washington and that all paperwork is complete.
Key Facts
- The U.S. attorney’s office in Washington is leading the investigation into Mayor Muriel Bowser.
- The investigation began months ago and looks at a trip to Qatar paid for by the Qatari government.
- Prosecutors want to know if the trip broke bribery or campaign finance laws.
- Internal changes at the Justice Department have affected the investigation, including the firing of the FBI agent in charge.
- Bowser's office claims the trip was for business purposes to attract investment to Washington, D.C.
- Bowser’s office states that all necessary paperwork for the donation is properly filed.
- News outlets have requested comments from Mayor Bowser and the Department of Justice.
