With Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey both out of town for the week, residents were left wondering who would be stepping in to take their place. Wu was attending the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Scotland, while Healey was on a business trip in Arizona.
During their absence, City Council President Ed Flynn was serving as acting mayor, taking over Wu’s duties and responsibilities. Flynn has been a member of the Boston City Council since 2017 and was elected council president earlier this year. He has been filling in for Wu at events and meetings, including a press conference on Wednesday regarding flu vaccinations.
As for Healey’s absence, her office confirmed that First Assistant Attorney General Carolyn Kirk was temporarily taking over her duties. Kirk has been with the Attorney General’s office since 2015 and previously served as mayor of Gloucester.
While it is not uncommon for political leaders to be away on official business, it raised questions about succession and who is next in line to take over in the event of an extended absence. In Boston, the City Council president serves as acting mayor in the absence of the mayor, while in Massachusetts, the first assistant attorney general steps in for the attorney general.
Overall, both Flynn and Kirk have stepped into their temporary roles seamlessly, ensuring that the city and state continue to run smoothly despite the absence of their top officials. Residents can rest assured that their needs and concerns are still being addressed, even when the mayor and attorney general are out of town.
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