SPD’s new chief on fixing the department
Madison Police chief Shon F. Barnes speaks at a news conference Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024, in Madison, Wis., following a shooting at the Abundant Life Christian School on Monday. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
(SEATTLE, Wash.) – Shon Barnes takes over SPD at a time of great turmoil. From a serious staffing shortage to expanded civilian oversight and a crisis of leadership, morale has never been so low and trust in the department has never been more absent. Plus, the department has been dealing with a crisis of leadership with multiple high-profile scandals from previous chiefs. We talk with Mr. Barnes about his ideas on how to turn things around.
PLUS: The Seattle City Council has another law-and-order moderate joining its ranks.
AND: Some of the highlights from this week’s cabinet confirmation hearings.
Guests include Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes, Seattle City Council Member Mark Solomon, Former FBI Agent Brad Garrett, as well as ABC’s Allie Pecorin and Perry Russom.
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Madison Police chief Shon F. Barnes speaks at a news conference Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024, in Madison, Wis., following a shooting at the Abundant Life Christian School on Monday. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)