SENATOR CHRIS COONS (D) AND JOHN CORNYN (R) WELCOME NEW MEMBERS TO BIPARTISAN LAW ENFORCEMENT CAUCUS
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In a significant step toward improving public safety, U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.) and John Cornyn (R-Texas) are welcoming new members to the Law Enforcement Caucus in the 119th Congress. This bipartisan initiative, celebrated during National Police Week, highlights a shared commitment to strengthening local law enforcement agencies. Despite challenges such as budget constraints and staffing shortages, the focus remains on supporting officers and protecting communities nationwide.
The caucus, initially launched by Senator Coons and former Senator Roy Blunt over a decade ago, has an impressive track record. It has been instrumental in addressing critical issues like recruitment and retention within the police force while also exploring emerging threats, such as the impact of generative AI on children. Through these ongoing efforts, law enforcement officials actively working in the field have shared best practices, leading to more informed and effective policing strategies.
Among the new members joining this robust and dynamic team are Senators Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.), Jim Justice (R-W.Va.), and Dave McCormick (R-Pa.). Their involvement marks a reinvigorated effort to tackle the pressing challenges facing law enforcement today.
The caucus, now more united than ever, is dedicated to supporting law enforcement officers. By safeguarding families and strengthening communities, it aims to create safer environments across the country.
A full list of members is posted below:
U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), John Boozman (R-Ark.), Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Jim Justice (R-W.Va.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Dave McCormick (R-Pa.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.).
The caucus, initially launched by Senator Coons and former Senator Roy Blunt over a decade ago, has an impressive track record. It has been instrumental in addressing critical issues like recruitment and retention within the police force while also exploring emerging threats, such as the impact of generative AI on children. Through these ongoing efforts, law enforcement officials actively working in the field have shared best practices, leading to more informed and effective policing strategies.
Among the new members joining this robust and dynamic team are Senators Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.), Jim Justice (R-W.Va.), and Dave McCormick (R-Pa.). Their involvement marks a reinvigorated effort to tackle the pressing challenges facing law enforcement today.
The caucus, now more united than ever, is dedicated to supporting law enforcement officers. By safeguarding families and strengthening communities, it aims to create safer environments across the country.
A full list of members is posted below:
U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), John Boozman (R-Ark.), Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Jim Justice (R-W.Va.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Dave McCormick (R-Pa.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.).
