The Brief
- Brookfield Alderman Kris Seals resigned after controversial comments first reported by FOX6 News.
- Seals issued a public apology to the Muslim community in a statement released by the city.
- His resignation is effective at noon on Tuesday, April 21.
BROOKFIELD, Wis. – A Brookfield alderman is resigning after controversial comments about Muslims and immigrants first reported by FOX6 News sparked backlash.
City confirms resignation
What we know:
The City of Brookfield announced Monday, April 13, that Alderman Kris Seals is stepping down following the controversy surrounding remarks he made online.
His resignation is effective at noon on Tuesday, April 21. He would have been sworn in that day during the council meeting, as he ran unopposed during last week’s election.…