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Vice President Vance Highlights Administration’s Commitment to Law Enforcement During National Police Week

At a Washington breakfast, Vance emphasized moral leadership, policy reforms, and support for officers following the killing of Deputy Larry Henderson.

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Overview

  • Vice President JD Vance hosted a National Police Week breakfast at the U.S. Naval Observatory, reaffirming the Trump administration's strong support for law enforcement.
  • Vance highlighted both moral leadership and policy reforms as essential to backing police, citing an April executive order bolstering officer resources and protections.
  • The killing of Deputy Larry Henderson was a focal point, with Vance condemning leadership for vilifying police and calling for accountability for those who harm officers.
  • Senator Bernie Moreno introduced the Larry Henderson Act earlier this week, proposing mandatory 20-year sentences for those convicted of assaulting federal officers.
  • Vance is set to deliver remarks at the National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service on Thursday, continuing the administration’s pro-law enforcement messaging.