Texas DPS Director Steve McCraw Announces Retirement After 15 Years

McCraw's tenure marked by controversial Uvalde shooting response and border security initiatives.

Steve McCraw steps down as Texas DPS Director, effective at year's end.
His retirement follows scrutiny over the 2022 Uvalde school shooting response.
McCraw has been a prominent figure in Texas law enforcement since 2009.
He praised the bravery of DPS officers but did not address specific incidents in his retirement letter.
Governor Greg Abbott commended McCraw's leadership and contributions to state security.