Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson has agreed to plead guilty to federal public corruption charges, including wire fraud and theft related to a kickback scheme.

The timing of her resignation will affect the possibility of a special election for her District 7 seat, which covers Roxbury, Dorchester, Fenway, and part of the South End.

City Council President Ruthzee Louijeune supported Fernandes Anderson's resignation and emphasized the importance of integrity in elected officials.

Despite her guilty plea, Fernandes Anderson remains a city councilor and continues to receive her paycheck, as a special election cannot be scheduled until her official resignation.

Prosecutors are recommending a prison sentence of one year and a day, along with three years of supervised release and restitution of $13,000.

Mayor Michelle Wu, who previously called for Fernandes Anderson's resignation, emphasized the need for accountability among public officials.

Fernandes Anderson expressed her commitment to accountability, stating, 'You shouldn't avoid conflict,' during her return to City Hall.

Fernandes Anderson made history in 2021 as the first African immigrant and Muslim American elected to the Boston City Council.

During a recent meeting, she avoided questions from a political reporter, opting to speak with another journalist instead.

As she runs for reelection this year, sources indicate that her City Council office is nearly empty, suggesting significant fallout from the charges.

Despite the charges, Anderson stated she would continue to 'fight' for her constituents and has not resigned from her position, despite calls from colleagues for her to do so.

Mayor Michelle Wu promised to maintain city services for District 7 residents despite the controversy surrounding Fernandes Anderson.