Tiffany Henyard, the Mayor of Dolton, IL, is not unfamiliar with controversy, but her latest incident has elevated her infamy to a new height.

The embattled mayor was involved in a chaotic brawl during a Thornton Township Board of Trustees meeting involving her boyfriend Kamal Woods and local activist Jedidiah Brown. Video footage of the altercation has sparked outrage and renewed calls for her resignation.

The Explosive Confrontation

During the meeting, activist Jedidiah Brown took the microphone and unleashed a scathing critique of Mayor Henyard’s leadership. Brown didn’t hesitate to criticize Henyard as a ‘half-ass mayor’ and referred to a recent report by former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot concerning credit card usage. His call for a vote to replace Henyard with another candidate, Stephanie, led to a heated exchange.

“You’ve been a half-a— mayor. But if you wanted to get up here and earn some respect, then you should have been able to respond to Lori Lightfoot’s report about credit cards,” Brown said. “And I’m going to give away the rest of my time because I think, on behalf of the Black Cookout Association, that we better take a vote … that we’re going to exchange your Black a— for Stephanie to be the newer member.… So all those against it say ‘nay,’ all those in favor say, ‘aye.’ You gone, b——.”

Chaos Erupts

Brown’s comments quickly increased the tension in the room. The two men fought when Henyard’s boyfriend, Kamal Woods, approached Brown. Mayor Henyard joined the altercation amid the chaos by rushing across the room. In the video, bystanders attempt to stop the fight as punches are thrown and tempers get heated. The situation became so out of control that police were called to the scene to de-escalate the situation. According to witnesses, the incident was shocking and unprecedented for a public meeting.

Witness Reactions

“I have never seen a politician jump in and fight like that – it was scary and horrible – it is an embarrassment,” said Meghan Dudek, a witness who spoke to WMAQ-TV.

Another attendee, Gerald Williams, added, “It should have never come to blows, and Tiffany should have never got involved. She jumped in. She hit her head on the table, so I don’t know. She might be injured.”

A Pattern of Controversy

Mayor Henyard is currently facing a series of controversies, including this one. Her tenure includes allegations of mismanagement, questionable financial practices, and lack of transparency. Henyard’s use of public funds has been raised by questions about Henyard’s use of public funds, as Brown referenced the recent report by Lori Lightfoot during the meeting.

The brawl further damaged Henyard’s reputation, prompting many residents and activists to call for her resignation. According to critics, her behavior during the meeting was considered unbecoming of a public official and demonstrated a lack of leadership and self-control.

What’s Next for Dolton?

As the dust settles from the explosive meeting, Dolton’s leadership remains uncertain. The incident has reignited debates about accountability and transparency in local government, with many demanding change. Mayor Henyard’s political career is currently in flux. Will she overcome this latest scandal,, or will the calls for her resignation intensify? Tiffany Henyard’s actions have returned Dolton to the national spotlight, but not for the right reasons.