Kevin Jenkins becomes Oakland's interim mayor amid a budget crisis and political turmoil.
Oakland's Kevin Jenkins has been appointed as the interim mayor, following the recall and resignation of previous mayors. Jenkins, recently elected as council president, will lead until a special election in April. The city faces a $130 million budget deficit, considering closing fire stations and reducing police overtime. Former Congresswoman Barbara Lee is among the candidates for the upcoming election. Jenkins aims to restore trust in city government and address the budget crisis.
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