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Supporters say it will help people of color get elected to the council.
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Opponents say it dilutes non-white voting power.
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Four Democrats are currently vying for the party’s 2026 nomination.
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It will create a third district in which people of color have a majority.
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The bill would require IG to live locally and shift appointment power to independent panel, pending 2026 voter approval.
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The Republican councilman is reaching out to Democrats to back the proposal.
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Klausmeier says she will not make another IG nomination.
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County Council is set to vote on her nominee Monday night.
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Klausmeier’s nominee did not pick up key support following Tuesday’s public hearing.
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Khadija Walker tells the council she is fully qualified for the job.