Mayor Brown, Council President Wilkerson, and Councilmember Zappone Issue Statement on Feucht Lawsuit Dismissal

A Superior Court judge dismissed Sean Feucht's lawsuit against the City of Spokane, validating a city council resolution that criticized him for attending a rally. The court ruled the resolution posed no punitive threat to Feucht and did not impinge on his free speech or religious practices. The judge emphasized that legislative bodies might express their views on public matters without violating constitutional rights. Additionally, the city and its council members received immunity from Feucht's claims, further solidifying the court's decision. Mayor Lisa Brown and council members Betsy Wilkerson and Zack Zappone hailed the ruling as a complete victory for Spokane, asserting it reaffirms the community’s values.

The resolution was passed in September 2023 as a response to rising extremism in the area. Spokane officials view the court's ruling as a critical stance against divisive ideology. This legal outcome reinforces the city's commitment to uphold constitutional principles.