NEW YORK (1010 WINS) -- A New York state police union announced its endorsement of Donald Trump on Tuesday night, shortly before the Republican National Convention kicked-off its primetime program.
The New York State Law Enforcement Officers Union, Council 82, represents over 3,500 police officers, deputy sheriffs, county correction officers, state correction lieutenants, emergency dispatchers, and other public safety personnel across New York State.
Ronald Walsh, Council 82 president, said in a statement, "As law enforcement officers, we are inspired by your clear commitment to making our communities safe and secure, to cracking down on violent gangs and rioters, to restoring state and local law enforcement grant monies for additional hiring and access to surplus equipment, and enhancing safe neighborhood and public safety partnership programs.
He continued, "This election is so important for law enforcement and for our families. Council 82 proudly supports your re-election for President of the United States, and we pledge to support you every step of the way."
A statement from the Trump campaign announcing the endorsement said it "follows the stark contrast between the Democrat Party's push to defund, dismantle, and abolish local police departments, and the Trump Administration's strong commitment to law and order."
