Local Politics

Monroe County political news, elections, campaigns, and government accountability reporting.

Mark Brant refusing to leave Monroe County Commissioner meeting

Local Politics

Conservative Felon Stages Historic Sit-In for Most Oppressed Minority: Convicted Politicians

Mark Brant, on federal home confinement for drug charges, stages a 'civil rights' sit-in by refusing to leave his commissioner seat. County officials respond with the courage of wet tissue paper.

Local Politics

The Mark Brant Saga: How to Lose $805,757 and Your Freedom in 6 Easy Levels

The complete story of Monroe County Commissioner Mark Brant: From federal investigation to conviction, from prison to showing up at meetings anyway. A tale of $305,657 in seized cash, 18 months in prison, and one very awkward commissioner meeting.