Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade Under Investigation for Alleged Role in Staged Racist Attack to Win Election

Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade is under investigation following allegations that he was involved in a staged hate crime during his mayoral campaign. Derrick Bernard, who orchestrated the hoax, allegedly communicated with Mobolade about the attack, which included vandalizing a campaign sign and setting a cross on fire. While Mobolade initially denied contact with Bernard, he later stated he couldn’t recall the details. Despite the Department of Justice declining to prosecute, local officials and critics are calling for transparency, with growing concerns about Mobolade’s role and the DOJ’s handling of the case.