"Transparency Concerns Arise as Final Candidates for NOPD Chief and Chicago Police Superintendent Are Announced"

New Orleans City Councilman Oliver Thomas has been selected to interview the final six candidates for the permanent NOPD superintendent position. Thomas, the only city councilman on the panel, has expressed support for NOPD Interim Superintendent Michelle Woodfork but says he will keep an open mind. City Council President JP Morrell criticizes the lack of transparency in the process, calling for media scrutiny. The interviews are scheduled for July 20 and 21, and Thomas expects the panel's recommendation to be accepted by the mayor.