Alabama’s elected officials honored law enforcement across the state and country on Wednesday. On the federal level, Alabama’s two U.S. Senators and Republican Congressional representatives thanked police for risking their lives everyday to serve their communities.
U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) and Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) not only helped to introduce a resolution establishing May 8-18 as National Police Week, but also took part in a constructive National Police Week roundtable featuring multiple senators and legal experts.
America’s brave men and women in blue wake up every day willing to sacrifice their own safety to protect others.
We owe them a huge debt of gratitude.
This week – and every week – lets honor and thank all those who protect and serve. pic.twitter.com/wX3QzYMRz5
— Coach Tommy Tuberville (@SenTuberville) May 13, 2024
“America’s brave men and women in blue wake up every day prepared to sacrifice their own safety in service to fellow Americans they may not even know,” said Senator Tuberville. “Police officers are the first line of defense for Alabamians and families across the country. Yet today, Democrats have turned our police into national punching bags. Democrats’ attacks on our police are absolutely repugnant and must be condemned by every American, especially those in public office. Police are some of the best people in this country.”
“Now, more than ever, they deserve our gratitude and support.”
Senator Britt also emphasized the sacrifice law enforcement officers make each day.
This National Police Week, I encourage everyone to thank at least one officer in-person. These incredible men and women leave the safety of their own homes every single day to courageously protect our families and selflessly serve our communities.
THANK YOU for your dedication… pic.twitter.com/pKn3tyigLU
— Senator Katie Boyd Britt (@SenKatieBritt) May 14, 2024
An EMT by trade, Congressman Dale Strong issued a statement through the First Responder Caucus.
“This Police Week, we honor law enforcement officers across the nation, especially those who have given the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities,” said Strong. “As a lifelong first responder myself, I am honored to fight for fellow first responders in Washington.”
Congressman Mike Rogers took part in an Alabama Law Enforcement Appreciation Foundation lunch.
Our community is blessed to have so many dedicated law enforcement officers. I was honored to meet with some of them at the Alabama Law Enforcement Appreciation Foundation lunch. #BackTheBlue pic.twitter.com/o9GXkGn4H9
— Mike Rogers (@RepMikeRogersAL) May 13, 2024
On social media, Congressman Robert Aderholt thanked law enforcement across his district.
This National Police Week – and every week – we thank the tireless public servants that make up our law enforcement community.
Thank you to law enforcement officers across Alabama’s 4th Congressional District for your bravery and sacrifice. pic.twitter.com/pyBM8GVYlY
— Robert Aderholt (@Robert_Aderholt) May 13, 2024
Congressman Gary Palmer expressed his gratitude towards those who “dedicate their lives to keeping our communities safe.”
This National Police Week, join me in honoring the brave men and women in Alabama’s Sixth District and across the nation who dedicate their lives to keeping our communities safe.
Thank you for your service! pic.twitter.com/7rT63Tq00b
— Gary Palmer (@USRepGaryPalmer) May 13, 2024
On the state level, Alabama’s highest ranking law enforcement officer, Attorney General Steve Marshall, said that police are “always the first call.”
In times of danger, law enforcement is always the first call. Grateful for our men &women in BLUE who always run towards the dangerous & unknown to protect their neighbors. Praying for the continued safety of our police, &for the families of those who made the ultimate sacrifice. pic.twitter.com/lf2rEWINe2
— Attorney General Steve Marshall (@AGSteveMarshall) May 13, 2024
Austen Shipley is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on Twitter @ShipleyAusten
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