Official portrait of Donald J. Trump, 45th President of the United States, taken during his time in office. | White House Photographic Office
Official portrait of Donald J. Trump, 45th President of the United States, taken during his time in office. | White House Photographic Office
President Donald Trump emphasized his endorsements from Border Patrol, police departments, and the Fraternal Order of Police as he raised concerns about national safety. He cited the release of "13,099 murderers" into the United States.
"We just got the endorsement of Border Patrol, virtually every sheriff's department, every police department, the Fraternal Order of Police," said Trump, Candidate For President of the United States. "When you talk about safety, 13,099 murderers were released into our country."
According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) enforcement statistics for fiscal year 2024, there were over 12,000 criminal noncitizen arrests. These included offenses such as illegal re-entry, drug trafficking, and weapons violations. Drug-related arrests accounted for more than 5,500 cases, while illegal re-entry comprised a significant portion of the arrests. Additionally, noncitizen encounters at ports of entry have increased, with more than 2,000 individuals detained for weapons offenses.
Former President Donald Trump addresses voters in Georgia, emphasizing his endorsements from law enforcement organizations and warning about safety concerns, citing the release of 13,099 murderers into the country.
| Screenshot from @TrumpWarRoom's official Twitter account, October 16, 2024.
In September 2024, the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), representing over 364,000 law enforcement officers, endorsed Donald Trump for the presidential election. The FOP highlighted Trump's consistent advocacy for law enforcement and support for public safety initiatives. They also noted his opposition to policies they believe undermine police work. This endorsement marks the third time the FOP has officially backed Trump.
According to USA Today, in July 2024, Donald Trump outlined his "Agenda 47" crime policy proposal. This plan focuses on increasing penalties for violent crimes and expanding the use of the death penalty for drug traffickers. It also aims to provide stronger legal protections for law enforcement officers. Trump proposed deploying the National Guard to combat violent crime in cities and increasing funding for police departments. His plan emphasizes tough-on-crime measures with an aim to restore "law and order" across the United States.
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