Blue View by the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP)

This is the story of the families of our fallen law enforcement heroes. We must never let them walk alone. Each one of those “white chairs” represents a hero that has fallen, and equally as important, heroes who must carry on. Their lives have been forever changed and through the efforts of so many, they know they are not alone, for we never forget our fallen and the contribution they and their fa...

All across America, families of fallen peace officers are headed to our nations Capitol to honor the life of America’s finest who gave their life in the service of others. What started as a single memorial service hosted by the National Fraternal Order of Police 41 years ago, has grown into a week-long celebration of life. On this episode of the Blue View, National President Patrick Yoes is joined...

They are known as the “Twin Cities.” But when it comes to how some in the community view law enforcement, Minneapolis and St. Paul couldn’t be further apart. In 2020, America witnessed a tragedy unfold in Minneapolis, triggering weeks of riots and civil unrest. Just a few miles east, the St. Paul police chief refused to allow one incident be used to define our profession. On this episode of the Bl...

The U.S. Department of Justice is tasked with enforcing the law, defending the interests of the United States, and ensuring public safety. This is no small task. It takes a team of committed public servants to support this mission. On this episode of the Blue View, we’re joined by U.S. Associate Attorney General Vanita Gupta, the third highest ranking official at the Justice Department. A friend o...

We can measure time, but we cannot measure loss. On 15 May, we’ll gather on the West Front of the Capitol to honor our fallen Brothers and Sisters who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their community. The sacrifice of these fallen officers and their families will never be forgotten. On this episode of the Blue View, National President Patrick Yoes sits down with Glenda Lehmann, President...

On this episode of the Blue View, National President Patrick Yoes sits down with Congressman John Rutherford (FL-04) to discuss his law enforcement background, how Congress is tackling some of the most pressing issues facing the law enforcement community, and the rise in violent crime. ⬛️ ⬛️ ⬛️ Congressman John Rutherford has lived in Jacksonville, Florida since 1958, and attended Florida Junio...

On December 16th of last year—in a city that has been ravaged by crime and with a police department that is short upwards of 400 officers—Baltimore City Police Officer Keona Holley was gunned down as she sat in her patrol car. Seven days after two men approached from behind and opened fire on Officer Holley, the 39-year-old officer, who had been on the job for just two years, died just 2 days befo...

When disaster strikes a community in our nation, our first responders spring into action without hesitation. What is often overlooked is that they too are victims of the disaster. It is these everyday first responders who are called to action to bring safety, security and peace to a chaotic situation. What many don't realize is the families of these first responders are also facing challenges and...

The “City of Brotherly Love” has been anything but in recent years. In 2021 Philadelphia made history for the number of homicides, with 562. While the rise in crime has alarmed many, there are some who have attempted to dismiss it. Across the country, rogue prosecutors are making sweet-heart deals with violent criminals. Unfortunately, Philadelphia has fallen victim to the failed pro-criminal poli...

They are the ones who are born with the remarkable desire to serve and protect their community or country. It is a calling ingrained in them. Every day, law enforcement officers wake up, put their uniform on and leave their loved ones behind to go out in their community, not sure if they will be coming back home. Now, more than ever, the law enforcement community needs the full support of our comm...

“Fairness” – a concept that our society treasures; something that we, as law enforcement officers, value. American’s plan and prepare for retirement years by investing a retirement benefit. But, for millions of public employees, police, firemen, teachers, and others, that planning means that if you have paid into both a public pension system and also met the necessary quarters to qualify for Socia...

It seems that overnight, the 800,000 men and women who protect our community every day went from public servants to public enemies. As politicians and the media demonize law enforcement officers, the Fraternal Order of Police, the largest and oldest labor organization, is standing up for our law enforcement officers every day. America’s heroes, our law enforcement officers, deserve an organization...

As crime rates continue to rise across the country, the violence directed at law enforcement officers is skyrocketing. In just the first month of 2022, we saw the real-life consequences of and felt the immense pain caused by the recent surge in violent crime and the heinous acts of cowardly individuals whose sole motivation was to injure or kill a law enforcement officer. This past year was one of...

The National Fraternal Order of Police spent all of last year working cooperatively with key Members of Congress to develop meaningful criminal justice and police reform. Our efforts were focused on the need for absolute protection of officers’ due process rights and strictly adherence to the “objectively reasonable” standard for use of force. These efforts could not overcome the political headwin...

Be sure to tune in to Blue View, a weekly podcast presented by the National Fraternal Order of Police (FOP). Each week you'll hear from law enforcement experts, elected officials, and other notable leaders as they sit down with National FOP President Patrick Yoes to discuss the issues and current events surrounding the law enforcement community. ⬛️ ⬛️ ⬛️ ⬛️ The Blue View is a weekly podcast pr...