# Seattle Police Chief Resignation Sparks Council Outcry | Seattle News

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Podcast: [Seattle News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/seattle-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7463302)
Published: 2026-07-31T04:40:55+00:00
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Seattle’s City Council is in uproar after Mayor Katie Wilson abruptly asked Police Chief Shon Barnes to resign — a move that’s sparked outrage and confusion among council members who say they were blindsided. With the city already grappling with gun violence and a record number of police chief turnovers in just two and a half years, critics argue the timing is reckless and erodes public trust. Council leaders like Bob Kettle, Alexis Rinck, and Rob Saka slammed the lack of transparency, calling it a “crisis in confidence” that could cripple recruitment and public safety efforts. Even with crime stats reportedly down under Barnes’ leadership, the decision remains baffling. Mayor Wilson’s office has accepted the resignation and plans a press conference, while the City Council vows to launch its own investigation in September — all while Seattle braces for more instability in its beleaguered police department. 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/bdebc005b88f52ed

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