Today, Mayor Bowser released the following statement regarding the confirmation of Metropolitan Police Department Chief Peter Newsham:
“In Washington, DC, our officers work hard to earn and keep the trust of residents, and under Chief Newsham, a leader who is respected by both the community and the police force, I know that we can continue to build on that trust. Peter understands the value of working with the community, he is constantly looking for new ways to increase accountability, and his empathy for those affected by crime drives a sense of urgency around making MPD work better for residents in every ward. As we continue building a safer, stronger DC, I look forward to working with Chief Newsham and all the hardworking men and women at MPD.”