After endorsing the Obama/Biden Democratic ticket in 2008 and 2012, the National Association of Police Organizations endorsed President Trump this week for president and thanked him for his support in recent months.
The lobbying organization, often called “NAPO,” represents more than 1,000 police units and associations and 241,000 law enforcement officers. It was founded in 1978.
“Our endorsement recognizes your steadfast and very public support for our men and women on the front lines, especially during this time of unfair and inaccurate opprobrium being directed at our members by so many,” wrote Michael McHale, NAPO president, in a July 15 letter to Trump.
The letter listed several items of agreement between the organization and Trump, including:
- “your directing the Attorney General to aggressively prosecute those who attack our officers;
- “your signing into law the Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act;
- “your advocacy and signing into law the legislation which permanently authorized funds to support 9/11 first responders and their families;
- “your revitalization of the Project Safe Neighborhoods program to help reduce violent crime; and
- “your unflagging recognition that America’s law enforcement officers, just like any other citizens, have Constitutional rights, too.”
“NAPO is pleased to support your re-election campaign for President, and we are…
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