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Kenney defends decision not to declare a state of emergency on gun violence, saying there’s ‘no greater priority’

Kenney said declaring a state of emergency wouldn't unlock new resources or usher in better inter-agency coordination.

Mayor Jim Kenney speaks during a news conference last month. On Wednesday, the mayor defended his decision to not declare a state of emergency over gun violence.
Mayor Jim Kenney speaks during a news conference last month. On Wednesday, the mayor defended his decision to not declare a state of emergency over gun violence.Read moreTIM TAI / Staff Photographer