# Avenal Council Recall Chaos | Fresno News

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Podcast: [Fresno News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/fresno-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7574747)
Published: 2026-07-11T05:47:18+00:00
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Avenal’s political chaos escalates as four recalled city council members refuse to step down, prompting the Kings County Board of Supervisors to declare their seats vacant and demand new elections in November. Amid heated public pressure and a controversial self-appointed mayor, the county moves forward despite legal concerns raised by the city manager, who urges patience for ongoing legal proceedings. Residents split on solutions, with some calling for a court order to forcibly remove the officials — leaving the city’s future hanging in the balance. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/267f080644bda3a2

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