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Posted by: Azya Thornton on May 16, 2025

U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles is calling for federal investigations into Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell, alleging the mayor is interfering with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations. Ogles, who represents Tennessee’s 5th Congressional District, said he will formally request that the House Judiciary and Homeland Security committees open inquiries into whether O’Connell directed city agencies to obstruct or monitor ICE activity. According to NewsChannel 5, Ogles claims O’Connell instructed local police to report any communication with federal immigration authorities and encouraged the public to file complaints against officers who cooperate with ICE. Ogles publicly accused O’Connell of using his office to shield undocumented immigrants and block lawful enforcement efforts, and said he has shared those concerns with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. A formal investigation has not been launched, but Ogles said he plans to move forward with the request.