Fox News • May 5, 2026 18:52

'Clueless' socialist mayor in hot seat after video of 77-year-old beaten in downtown Seattle goes viral

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Socialist Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson faces fierce blowback after cameras she opposed helped identify a suspect in the beating of an elderly man.

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'Clueless' socialist mayor in hot seat after video of 77-year-old beaten in downtown Seattle goes viral

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15:56

Seattle mayor's gaffe 'pattern' called out after viral wave goodbye to millionaires

Mayor Katie Wilson drew scrutiny after her viral wave goodbye to millionaires in April, as Seattle Times columnist Danny Westneat highlighted a pattern from the progressive mayor.

01:00

Seattle's socialist mayor slammed for dismissive wave to tax-weary residents

The Washington Post editorial board rebuked Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson for mocking concerns that high taxes are driving wealthy residents out of town.

15:35

Seattle's socialist Mayor Katie Wilson slammed for cutting short interview over basic public safety question

Socialist Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson awkwardly exits TV interview after being asked about surveillance cameras amid rising gun violence in the city.

16:02

Socialist mayor’s blunt 1-word message to fleeing millionaires sparks outrage: ‘We're doomed’

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson waves goodbye to millionaires fleeing Washington state, drawing sharp criticism from pundits who say the city is doomed.