Cambridge City Councilor Paul Toner has been charged with involvement in a sex-for-money scheme linked to a Greater Boston brothel ring. Addressing the council, he emphasized his entitlement to due process and expressed shame about the accusations. Despite the surrounding controversy and calls for resignation, Toner thanked supporters and asserted his intent to remain in office. He acknowledged the seriousness of the claims, indicating he would not contest public statements about the case, while his fellow councilors expressed varied opinions on the situation during the meeting, with advocacy groups urging his resignation due to ethical concerns.
"I'm ashamed to have my name associated with this case," Toner said, reading from a statement. "All Americans, including elected officials, are entitled to the right to due process."
"I come before you this evening deeply grateful and humbled by the love and steadfast support of my family, friends, and the voters who have voiced their strong support for me to continue my service as a Cambridge city councilor."
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