Baltimore Mayor Takes ‘Indefinite Leave of Absence’ After Children’s Book Scandal
Baltimore Mayor Catherine E. Pugh, a Democrat who has held the post since 2016, announced Monday that she will step away from her job indefinitely. The announcement comes amid mounting backlash following a no-bid book deal with the University of Maryland Medical System for a children’s book Pugh penned, despite also serving on its board.
Pugh’s office, h…
