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CMPD seeks $300M DOJ grant, council skeptical over immigration fears

CMPD seeks $300M DOJ grant, council skeptical over immigration fears

CMPD Chief Patterson pushes City Council to apply for $300M DOJ Model Cities Initiative grant ("Make America Safe Again"), but council members express skepticism due to fears of immigration enforcement involvement – Mayfield and Watlington voiced concerns. Council must decide by Sept. 1 deadline. Story developing.

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Updated Aug 15, 2026
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