Calls are mounting for three Fort Myers City Council members to step down after they voted against an agreement between the city and ICE. Congressman Byron Donalds expressed his surprise at the council members’ vote, emphasizing that they do not have the authority to choose which laws to follow. The contentious vote ended in a tie, with one member absent, leading to the possibility of the issue being brought back for reconsideration.
Council members Diana Giraldo, Darla Bonk, and Terolyn Watson, who voted against the proposed agreement, have either declined to comment or did not respond to inquiries. Concerns have been raised about the potential consequences for the city of Fort Myers, including the risk of losing federal and state funding if the council members continue to oppose the agreement.
Mayor Kevin Anderson has scheduled a special meeting for Friday afternoon to address the divisive issue. The disagreement over whether FMPD officers should receive training from ICE for immigration enforcement activities has sparked controversy and calls for accountability among city officials. The meeting on Friday will provide an opportunity for further discussion and potential resolution to the ongoing debate within the Fort Myers City Council.
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