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Public splits over censure of Councilmember Trujillo during lengthy public-comment period
Summary
City Clerk received eight written comments in support of censuring Councilmember Trujillo; the meeting featured 11 public speakers, with students and residents offering sharply contrasting views on accountability and free speech.
Downey’s City Council heard extended public comment on a proposed censure of Council Member Mario Trujillo, with speakers sharply divided between supporters and opponents.
City Clerk Duarte reported receipt of eight written public comments in support of a censure for Council Member Trujillo before the open public-comment period began. Eleven speakers signed up to address the council. Students, veterans and longtime residents offered differing views: Delia Espinosa, a 17-year-old Downey High senior, urged the council not to censure Trujillo and defended him…
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