Oakland Nears Selection of New Police Chief with Four Finalists Announced

The Oakland Police Commission has announced four candidates for the city's police chief position, set to be interviewed in a public forum.

Four new candidates for Oakland's police chief position have been announced, including Abdul Pridgen, Floyd Mitchell, Lisa Davis, and Louis Molina.
Mayor Sheng Thao has expressed concerns over the public nature of the selection process, fearing it may deter potential candidates.
Abdul Pridgen, previously rejected, is the only candidate with experience in California policing and has recently left his position amid an investigation.
Floyd Mitchell and Louis Molina have faced scrutiny in their previous roles, while Lisa Davis comes with extensive experience and little professional baggage.
The selection process has been marked by tensions between the Oakland Police Commission and Mayor Thao, with a public forum scheduled to introduce the candidates.