Interim Hamtramck Police Chief Hussein Farhat. – File photoHAMTRAMCK — During its regular meeting on Tuesday, a majority of the Hamtramck City Council voted to appoint veteran law enforcement officer Hussein Farhat as the city’s interim police chief, following extensive discussions between the city administration and Council members, whose opinions were divided over the decision. Although Council member Mohammed Alsomiri also criticized the interim appointment process, Saed was the only member to vote against Farhat’s appointment. Ultimately, the Council agreed to appoint Farhat on an interim basis, allowing the city to evaluate his on-the-ground performance before considering a permanent contract. Lagrou reassured hesitant Council members that this arrangement enables the city to terminate Farhat’s service at any time if his performance proves unsatisfactory or if he commits actions the city deems unacceptable.