FBI Agents Searched Office of Baltimore School Commissioner
Federal authorities conducted a search of a Liberty Road building linked to official Mujahid Muhammad.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Administration
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FBI agents searched an office building in Baltimore associated with City Board of School Commissioners member Mujahid Muhammad. The search took place at the 7501 Liberty Road location.
Why it matters
The investigation involves a public official appointed to the school board by the mayor, drawing attention to his operations at the nonprofit KEYS Empowers.
The nonprofit KEYS Empowers, operated by Mujahid Muhammad, reported 2024 annual revenues of $2 million against expenses totaling $2.1 million. The FBI search centered on the office building located at 7501 Liberty Road.
The players
Mujahid Muhammad
He is a Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners member and the executive director of the nonprofit KEYS Empowers.
Brandon Scott
He is the Mayor of Baltimore who appointed Mujahid Muhammad to his position on the school commission.
The details
FBI agents arrived at the 7501 Liberty Road property to execute the search, which involves facilities used by KEYS Empowers and KEYS Development. Following the federal activity, a man was observed changing the locks on office doors at the site late Wednesday afternoon.
Timeline
Mayor Brandon Scott appointed Mujahid Muhammad to the school commission on May 1, 2023.
KEYS Empowers recorded its annual revenue and expenses for the 2024 fiscal year.
FBI agents searched the office building on Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
Culture Shift
This search occurs amidst ongoing scrutiny regarding the alignment between private organizational activities and the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners ethics code. The investigation highlights the increasing pressure to maintain transparency for public officials involved in nonprofit management.
The federal search at a local office building may impact the daily operations of the organizations housed at 7501 Liberty Road. Residents and stakeholders may see increased activity or temporary facility access restrictions while federal agents continue their work.
The takeaway
The federal search of the office building serves as a reminder for public officials to maintain clear operational boundaries between their private ventures and public duties. Community members should await further details from the FBI regarding the nature of the inquiry.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Baltimore Banner.
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