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NYC Schools Chancellor Removes Two Parent Leaders Over Controversial Conduct

David Banks cites violations of open meeting laws and ethical standards in unprecedented move

Overview

  • Maud Maron and Tajh Sutton are the first to be removed under the city's D-210 complaint process.
  • Maron faced criticism for comments about transgender students and a student journalist.
  • Sutton was accused of promoting pro-Palestinian materials and refusing in-person meetings.
  • Both leaders dispute the allegations, claiming their removals are politically motivated.
  • The Education Department will initiate a process to fill the vacancies on the councils.