“Enough Is Enough”: Kinloch Partners With Federal Authorities To Crack Down On Violence

In a recent debate, Rev. Solomon Kinloch, the pastor of Triumph Church, discussed the possibility of federal law enforcement support for high-crime areas such as Detroit. His conversation with city council president Mary Sheffield preceded the municipal election on November 4, where the spotlight was firmly on public safety and the critical need to reduce homicide rates.Detroit is set to elect new city council members and its first mayor in over a decade, as current Mayor Mike Duggan transitions to a gubernatorial campaign. Both candidates expressed opposition to the militarization of neighborhoods in response to crime, yet they differed regarding federal law enforcement assistance.Sheffield emphasized tackling the underlying causes of crime, while Kinloch recommended collaborative measures instead of martial law. Post-debate, he reiterated the historical unacceptability of a National Guard presence but called for partnerships during large events to deter violence. He also expressed doubts about the validity of city crime statistics, resonating with widespread community concerns. Sheffield plans to enhance violence intervention efforts, committing to create an office focused on gun violence prevention.