Dolton, Illinois Mayor and Thornton Township Supervisor Tiffany Henyard is reportedly under FBI investigation, according to FOX 32. This news comes as the township grapples with a government shutdown stemming from an insurance dispute between Henyard and board members Carmen Carlisle and Chris Gonzalez. Essential services have been disrupted, leaving residents unable to access crucial resources like bill payment facilities.
The heart of the conflict, as reported by ABC7, revolves around the potential appointment of a tie-breaking trustee. Carlisle and Gonzalez are boycotting meetings to prevent Henyard from making this appointment, fearing it would grant her unchecked power. They argue that such an appointment would hinder progress and reverse any gains made.
Henyard, in a recent interview with a local news outlet, denied having the sole authority to appoint a trustee, accusing the boycotting board members of neglecting their duties. This situation follows a contentious Democratic caucus where State Senator Napoleon Harris replaced Henyard on the ticket, a move she attributed to voter suppression and a hijacking of the electoral process. Harris refuted these claims, emphasizing the legality and transparency of the caucus proceedings.
In the wake of these events, Henyard made controversial statements comparing herself to historical figures like Rosa Parks and Harriet Tubman, framing herself as a symbol of perseverance and historical significance. Meanwhile, the township shutdown continues to impact residents, with some expressing confusion and frustration over the lack of available services.
