There are some bad police officers like there are bad people in every walk of life, ... When we see officers cross the line and tarnish the reputation and violate the laws, it's important that we take action when the jurisdiction of the federal government is invoked.
Tensions between police and minority residents affect all aspects of the criminal justice system,
Especially in minority communities ... residents believe the police have used excessive force, that law enforcement is too aggressive, that law enforcement is too biased, disrespectful and unfair.
I want to make sure we do everything we can to support the Yemeni police and that we have the people on the scene that are necessary to support all investigative efforts,
No matter what the data show, the perception of too many Americans is that police officers can't be trusted, ... The issue is national in scope and reaches people all across this country.