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Aug 18, 2026 at 3:18 PM ET
Lawrence mayor’s lawyer says he doesn’t speak English
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Lawrence Mayor Brian DePeña’s lawyer said he doesn’t speak English when asked about his fraud arrest.
WHO: Brian DePeña’s attorney
WHAT: Said the mayor doesn’t speak English and declined comment when pressed about his arrest.
WHEN: Reported Aug 18, 2026 at 2:35 PM ET
WHERE: Lawrence, Massachusetts, USA
WHY: The remarks were made in response to reporters pressing the mayor about his arrest for alleged misuse of COVID-19 small-business loans.
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