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Jim McDonnell sworn in as LAPD chief amid concerns over immigration enforcement

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L.A. City Council confirms Jim McDonnell as the city's 59th police chief in a split 11 -2 vote.

Mayor Karen Bass praises his selection of a respected and experienced lawman to lead the department.

Critics have expressed concerns about McDonnell 's record on immigration as president-elect Donald Trump returns.

Pastor Stephen Cue Jn-Marie calls McDonnell 's appointment "a spit in our face" McDonnell was voted out of office by L.A. County residents after one term as sheriff.

Some Latino establishment community and political figures expressed disappointment that Bass did not pick Robert "Bobby" Arcos , a former LAPD assistant chief.