Tania Fernandes Anderson

Tania Fernandes Anderson is a former Boston City Councilor and was the first African immigrant elected to the council. Born in Cape Verde, she has spoken openly about her experiences as a Muslim woman and an undocumented immigrant, emphasizing her commitment to community and social equity. However, she made headlines recently after pleading guilty to a corruption scheme involving a kickback arrangement at City Hall, leading to a probe by the Department of Homeland Security regarding her immigration status.