“Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson’s staff abruptly ended an interview with a local news reporter this week after he pressed her on rising gun violence and surveillance cameras in the city after a recent shooting.”

“Chris Daniels of KOMO News asked Wilson about community concerns over increasing gun violence and whether additional surveillance measures might be reconsidered.”

“Wilson had earlier addressed the shooting, saying there was no indication it was targeted and framing the incident within broader public safety challenges facing the city.”

“After the initial interruption, Wilson did later speak to Daniels again and directly addressed the surveillance question, saying the incident did not alter her position.”

““I believe that CCTV cameras have an important role to play in our public safety system,” Wilson said.”

“Wilson said the city is conducting a review before expanding surveillance measures.”

“The self-described democratic socialist mayor made headlines recently by bidding farewell to millionaires considering leaving the city over a recently passed tax passed by Washington state Democrats, waving “bye” to wealthy residents when asked about the topic during a Seattle University event earlier this month.”