AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today received the endorsement of the El Paso Municipal Police Officers’ Association (EPMPOA), representing more than 1,000 active-duty officers who protect and serve the El Paso community. Tomorrow, Governor Abbott will join them in El Paso for an event to honor the dedication and service of Texas law enforcement and border security personnel.
“I am deeply honored to receive the endorsement of the El Paso Municipal Police Officers’ Association,” said Governor Abbott. “EPMPOA represents the brave men and women on the front lines of law enforcement, and I’m grateful for their critical work to protecting our families and communities. I will always fight for those who answer the call to serve.”
“The El Paso Municipal Police Officers’ Association is proud to announce its official endorsement of Governor Abbott for reelection as Governor of the State of Texas,” said EPMPOA Vice President Sgt. Victor Vela. “The EPMPOA is grateful for the continued support Governor Abbott has shown to law enforcement and all first responders throughout his tenure as Governor. His commitment to public safety, officer wellness, and strong communities has made a meaningful impact across Texas. We look forward to the continued great work Governor Abbott will accomplish in the years ahead.”
The EPMPOA represents more than 1,000 active police officers, providing vital support and resources to its members and their families. EPMPOA works to enhance public safety, foster positive relationships between police and the community, and ensure that the rights and needs of officers are heard at the local level.
Below is a list of all the law enforcement groups that have endorsed Governor Abbott for re-election:
- Austin Police Association
- Arlington Police Association Political Action Committee
- Brazoria County Sheriff Bo Stallman
- Chambers County Sheriff Brian Hawthorne
- Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas
- Corpus Christi Police Officers Association
- Dallas Police Association
- Deputy Sheriff’s Association of Bexar County
- El Paso Municipal Police Officers’ Association
- Fort Worth Police Officers Association
- Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen
- Harris County Deputies’ Organization
- Houston Police Officers’ Union
- National Latino Law Enforcement Organization
- Organization of Spanish-Speaking Officers
- Political Action Committee of the Texas Department of Public Safety Officers Association
- Professional Bondsmen of Texas
- Reserve Peace Officers Association
- San Antonio Police Officers’ Association
- Tarrant County Law Enforcement Association
- Tarrant County Sheriff Bill Waybourn
- Texas Game Warden Peace Officers Association
- Texas Municipal Police Association