Sessions: I Will ‘Hold Any Officer Responsible Who Violates the Law’ When Dealing with Suspects

Tuesday in Atlanta, during his address to the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives, Attorney General Jeff Sessions said he will use the power of his office to “hold any officer responsible who violates the law” when dealing with suspects.

Sessions said,”We all know the cases of the last several years where in confrontations with police lives have been cut short. Just as I am committed to defending law enforcement who lawfully have to use deadly force to defend themselves while engaged in their work.”

“I will also use the powers of the office I have been entrusted with to hold any officer responsible who violates the law,” he continued. “You know that all it takes is for one bad officer to destroy the reputations of so many who work every day to build good relationships in these communities and who serve with honor and distinction.”

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