A.G. Gancarski
Florida’s junior Senator is getting some juice from a major police union in his re-election bid.
The Florida State Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) is falling in behind Republican U.S. Sen. Rick Scott, continuing the group’s recent tradition of backing Republicans in statewide contests.
“The Fraternal Order Of Police have worked hand in hand with Senator Scott and have given him our continued faith in his dedication to his community and to the men and women of law enforcement,” FOP President Steve Zona said.
“Senator Scott has shown an understanding of the dangers law enforcement officers face and has welcomed conservative common sense solutions to problems. Through his leadership and actions Senator Scott has restored the faith of Florida’s police officers.”
Zona said the union believes in Scott, expressing confidence that “there is no doubt that he will continue to serve our state and his constituents fairly, and with a focus on safety and prosperity.”
As Scott’s campaign notes, this continues his hot streak with law enforcement.
“Senator Scott has secured the endorsement of major law enforcement groups, including the Florida Police Chiefs Association, the Florida Association of State Troopers, the Hispanic Police Officers Association, and 60 Florida Sheriffs across the state. To date, Debbie Mucarsel-Powell does not have a single law enforcement official or group supporting her socialist campaign.”
12 comments
Karen Lynn
September 19, 2024 at 6:07 pm
It amazes me, the hypocrisy of a law enforcement agency that would endorse a criminal, but seems to be what the GOP represents these days. Everyone forgets or condones it, during his tenure as Chief Executive of a for-profit health care company, which he co-founded, he was forced to resign for defrauding Medicare, Medicaid & other federal programs, which at the time was the biggest healthcare fraud in U.S. history. The DOJ won 14 felony convictions against the company, which was fined $1.7 billion.
A Day without MAGA
September 19, 2024 at 7:32 pm
Law enforcements official should know better Google Rick Scott Medicare Fraud
MH/Duuuval
September 19, 2024 at 10:54 pm
75 repetitions of the Fifth Amendment got Trick home free with plenty of filthy lucre in his band accounts — though his wife may be the brains of the outfit.
Ocean Joe
September 20, 2024 at 6:01 am
Karen, nobody forgets it. Republicans prove constantly they’d rather vote for a thief than a liberal. For the GOP, scamming the federal government is a selling point.
MH/Duuuval
September 19, 2024 at 10:41 pm
Zona and the FOP continue to pledge their troth to MAGA politicians, even after the MAGA mayor of Jax took away their traditional pensions — which have been restored by the current Democratic mayor. Ingrate!
MH/Duuuval
September 20, 2024 at 10:41 pm
And, Mayor Deegan also got the cops and correctional officers nice raises — something else MAGA mayor Curry didn’t do despite having the Council in his pocket.
(To give credit where it is due: Curry did pull down the rebel soldier outside city hall.)
JD
September 19, 2024 at 11:58 pm
That headline? Peak dad joke material.
As for Voldemort getting a police endorsement? Meh.
Jojo
September 21, 2024 at 10:29 am
And exactly how many times did Scott plead the 5th? Way to go police union
Edward
September 21, 2024 at 12:42 pm
Did SB 256 a few years ago affect law enforcement unions? If so, hmm, why are they backing a Republican?
Cindy
September 21, 2024 at 12:53 pm
Crime is all around the world. But America seems to be a shoplifting nation. Causing sweat- shop workers to work longer. It will depend on the stock market
AnimalFarm
September 22, 2024 at 6:24 pm
Police work for the wealthy, always have always will. I’m from a leo family.
Andy
September 26, 2024 at 8:02 am
I try not to comment too much, but this makes me sick. Remember January 6th, remember the cops the were beaten and killed! Rick Scott said and did nothing. The union remained silent. If that was under Harris watch, Biden or Obama you can bet the police union would have had a lot to say.
Scott increased your pensions and has done nothing for middle class people. Hey police officers listen up YOUR MIDDLE CLASS workers like nurses and teachers and Scott does not have your back!!!!