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Seattle’s mayor taps Andre Sayles, a seasoned SWAT leader and former Wisconsin police chief, as interim police chief after the resignation of outgoing chief Barnes—following a deadly mass shooting. Sayles vows to ramp up security at major summer events with expanded foot patrols, bike units, and specialized teams, while declining to release suspect details until justice is served. Mayor Wilson defends the move, citing the need for “right leadership” amid rising city events, despite council dissent. This marks the third chief departure under her tenure—Wilson insists it’s not a systemic problem, but a demand for leaders who can meet current challenges and prepare for the future.

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