TOPICS: Metro Councilmember Immigration remarks Resignation calls Backlash Belonging Fund Audit Community members Accountability

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — A Metro Councilmember is facing mounting backlash after comments he made during a press conference with Congressman Andy Ogles regarding Nashville’s “Belonging Fund," a private donation fund used to support immigrants impacted by recent ICE operations.

Councilmember David Benton came under fire last week after appearing alongside Rep. Ogles and calling for an audit of the fund. During the press conference, Benton stated that taxpayers should decide whether they “side with criminals or innocent people,” prompting outrage from local advocacy groups and Democratic leaders.

The criticism boiled over Tuesday night during a t

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