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Joseph Xavier Carollo (born March 12, 1955) is a Cuban-American politician who served as mayor of Miami from 1996 to 1997 and again from 1998 to 2001. [1] .
Jun 1, 2023 · A jury found Carollo violated the First Amendment rights of two businessmen who claimed he retaliated against them for supporting his opponent. The verdict could cost taxpayers millions of dollars and affect Carollo's political career.
Jun 1, 2023 · A federal jury found Carollo liable for retaliating against two businessmen who supported his political opponent in 2017. The plaintiffs claimed Carollo violated their First Amendment rights and harassed them with city resources.
Commissioner Joe Carollo was elected in November 2017 to represent District 3 of the City of Miami. District 3 includes Little Havana, East Shenandoah, West Brickell, parts of Silver Bluff, and the Roads.
Jan 9, 2024 · A federal court ordered a U.S. Marshal to seize Carollo's cash, goods and land after he was found liable for violating two businessmen's First Amendment rights. Carollo vowed to appeal and said the law cannot take his house.
Feb 21, 2024 · A federal judge rejected Carollo's motion to overturn or reduce the civil rights judgment for violating the rights of his political opponents. He also faces the auction of his Coconut Grove property to satisfy the judgment.
Jun 2, 2023 · Miami City Commissioner Joe Carollo was ordered to pay a huge sum to two business owners who sued him for violating their civil rights. He may also face removal from office, legal appeals, and a new district map that could end his political career.
