After first saying he was unaware that his remarks were anti-Semitic, White expressed contrition and promised to devote himself to studying Jewish history. Growing up, the council member heard older generations subscribe to a theory known as “The Plan,” which depicted whites as secretly plotting to retake power in the black-majority District. I have heard so many theories.”Council member Trayon White Sr. (D-Ward 8) posted a video on his Facebook page saying the snow resulted from "the Rothschilds controlling the climate." As for the storm provoked by White’s remarks about the Rothschilds, he suggested the criticism signifies that the council member has “arrived” as a formidable political presence. “I’m in support of prayer,” the council member said, “but not a rally of any type.”

Source: Washington Post March 24, 2018 23:12 UTC