Smiley goes on the attack in his 2026 Providence mayoral race ad debut

By: Christopher Shea

Outlets: Rhode Island Current

Published: July 10, 2026

Words: 683

Last Updated: 1 week, 5 days ago

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Providence Mayor Brett Smiley attacked his Democratic challenger over past calls to defund the city’s police department in his first ad of the 2026 primary season this week.

The 30-second spot launched Thursday claims State Rep. David Morales would effectively “turn back the clock” on the city’s progress in reducing crime under Smiley’s administration if elected as the capital city’s next mayor.

“David Morales wants to slash police funding and make us less safe,” …

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