In a closely watched vote, the Chicago City Council decided on Wednesday to maintain the controversial gunshot detection system, ShotSpotter.
In a closely watched vote, the Chicago City Council decided on Wednesday to maintain the controversial gunshot detection system, ShotSpotter, dealing a significant symbolic blow to Mayor Brandon Johnson . The ordinance passed with 34 votes, despite ongoing confusion over its implications and legal enforceability.Mayor Johnson had been pushing to phase out ShotSpotter, arguing it was not effective and that the funds could be better used elsewhere.
Not one person called the police. So this is safe for the DNC, but not for my constituents."Scott’s reference pointed to Mayor Johnson’s deal with ShotSpotter to keep the system operational through the Democratic National Convention later this year, after which it would be phased out. However, today’s vote signals the council’s support for continuing the use of ShotSpotter beyond the DNC.
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