A Republican Texas congresswoman is encouraging New York police officers to consider relocating to Texas, emphasizing a state that supports law enforcement and offers a higher quality of life. Rep. Beth Van Duyne, R-Texas, launched an ad in the New York Post urging officers to 'escape New York and move to Texas!' In the ad, she referenced the recent tragic death of NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller and criticized what she described as a pro-criminal political environment in New York.
Van Duyne expressed her dismay at the treatment of police officers in New York, accusing politicians of prioritizing criminals over law enforcement. She contrasted this with Texas, where she claimed officers are respected, appreciated, and revered for their service. According to Van Duyne, Texas offers a better quality of life, values individual freedoms, and prioritizes public safety.
The congresswoman highlighted the challenges faced by officers in New York, including budget cuts and dealing with illegal immigrant gangs and violent criminals. She urged officers to consider Texas as a state that enforces laws and provides a safe environment for its residents.
Van Duyne stated that if even one police officer decides to move to Texas, it could have a significant impact on public safety in the region. She emphasized the potential for officers to make a difference by removing career criminals from the streets and contributing to a safer community.
This recruitment campaign by Rep. Van Duyne is reminiscent of a similar initiative by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who used billboards in other states to attract law enforcement officers to Florida. According to DeSantis' office, the campaign successfully recruited hundreds of officers from various parts of the country.
