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Seattle Mayor Faces Recall Over Safety Claims | Seattle News
Seattle’s mayor is under fire as a recall petition gains traction, accusing her of failing to protect public safety during her first eight months in office. Critics point to controversial moves like firing the police chief after a deadly shooting, ignoring neighborhood pleas over sex trafficking and gun violence, and shutting down surveillance cameras — moves they say weakened crime deterrence. Concerns are mounting in areas like Belltown and Little Saigon, where residents cite declining safety, low officer morale, and staffing shortages. The mayor’s team denies the claims, highlighting…
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