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Seattle Council Demands Mayor Explain Police Chief Exit | Seattle News
Seattle’s City Council is pressing Mayor Katie Wilson for full transparency on why Police Chief Shon Barnes stepped down, demanding a written explanation by Friday—or risk legal consequences. Councilmember Bob Kettle’s letter reveals the Mayor reportedly asked Barnes to resign over summer, even threatening termination if he refused. Despite vague public statements, the Council insists the Mayor must comply with city charter requirements to document the reasons behind the abrupt leadership change—especially amid rising public safety concerns, including a deadly festival shooting. They warn…
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