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‘Judge had it out for me’: Ex-Charlotte council member reacts to federal prison sentence
WBTV • • nation
Key Points:
- Former Charlotte City Council member Tiawana Brown was sentenced to 10 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to wire fraud related to a COVID loan fraud scheme.
- Brown and her daughters were involved in fraudulently obtaining tens of thousands of dollars in PPP and small business loans, with some funds used for a $15,000 birthday party; her daughters received probation sentences.
- Brown criticized the judge and the federal government after the sentencing, claiming the process was personal and unfair, but she accepted responsibility and pledged to continue advocating for her community.
- Despite her indictment in May 2025, Brown completed her term on the City Council and had previously served federal prison time in the 1990s for fraud charges.
- At least two dozen supporters attended the sentencing hearing, showing public backing for Brown amid the controversy.
