Marvin James Steps Down Amid Travel Scrutiny | Baltimore News

Marvin James, the mayor’s special advisor, is stepping down after months of controversy over his frequent absences and taxpayer-funded trips — including a $2,000 New Orleans conference and a $4,000 Vegas event — while also attending a D.C. political gathering as a personal liaison. Though he’d already planned to resign in April, his recent travel approvals raised eyebrows. Now, James is joining a campaign strategy firm with deep ties to the mayor’s political team — the mayor’s own committee is its biggest client. The mayor praised James as a “tireless advocate,” saying his impact will endure beyond City Hall. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/981958fb566b32df