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LGBTQ Activist Dominique Morgan Indicted for Stealing $100,000 from Brooklyn's Okra Project Bail Fund

Oct 31, 2024, 05:19 PM

Dominique Morgan, a prominent LGBTQ activist and former executive director of the Okra Project, has been indicted for allegedly misappropriating nearly $100,000 in donations intended for a bail fund supporting Black transgender individuals. The indictment claims that Morgan diverted these funds for personal expenses, including purchasing a Mercedes and renovating a house, rather than using them for their intended purpose. The allegations have raised concerns about financial misconduct within nonprofit organizations focused on supporting marginalized communities. Morgan's actions have drawn significant attention, highlighting the importance of accountability in charitable organizations.