Fernandes Anderson is accused of orchestrating a kickback scheme involving a family member who she hired as part of her staff.

Former US Attorney Rachael Rollins on Friday derided the federal corruption charges filed against City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson as a “bull[expletive]” prosecution during an online conversation with one of Anderson’s council colleagues.

Former U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts Rachael Rollins, who resigned amid a pair of ethics investigations in 2023, said during a live stream last week that the federal indictment of Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson was “bull[expletive].