Evans has largely remained out of the spotlight since settling an ethics case with a $35,000 fine nearly four years ago. 

The arts commission butt heads with D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson over arts funding and equity concerns before passing the budget amendment Tuesday.

Under the mayor’s proposal, the D.C. Commission on Arts and Humanities’ budget growth would be limited to 2% annually after 2024.

With emotional testimony, the D.C. Council approved Natalie Hopkinson and Cora Masters Barry’s nominations.