💨 Abstract

The article discusses a traffic alert in Bethesda due to a water main break but primarily focuses on Mel Franklin, a former Prince George’s County Council member. Franklin resigned and served jail time for campaign finance violations. He was recently hired as the chief of staff for Council member Calvin Hawkins, despite controversy. Franklin and Hawkins stated that this job is a chance for Franklin to make amends and serve the public again. Franklin has a past DUI charge as well.

Courtesy: John Domen