Biden-Harris administration proposes spending $20 million to disarm traffic cops, ignoring the 134 officers shot at during routine stops in just two years.
At a Glance
- Biden-Harris Equity Commission proposes $20 million initiative to disarm traffic police officers
- 134 police officers were shot at during routine traffic stops from 2021 to 2023
- Traffic stops are the third-deadliest police activity since January 2021
- The commission ignores dangers to police, focusing solely on alleged police violence
- Critics argue the proposal endangers officers and emboldens criminals
A Dangerous Proposal in the Name of ‘Equity’
In a move that can only be described as dangerously misguided, the Biden-Harris Equity Commission has proposed a $20 million initiative to disarm traffic police officers. This latest example of leftist overreach not only ignores the realities of law enforcement but also puts the lives of our brave men and women in blue at unnecessary risk. While the administration claims this proposal aims to reduce excessive force during routine traffic stops, it conveniently overlooks the very real dangers officers face daily on our roads.
Let’s look at the facts: according to Justice Department statistics, traffic stops are one of the most dangerous police activities. Since January 2021, they’ve been the third-deadliest police activity, with a staggering 134 officers shot at and 23 killed. Yet, the Biden-Harris administration seems more concerned with appeasing radical activists than protecting those who protect us.
The Lunacy of Disarming Officers
The Advisory Committee on Transportation Equity, a group revived by Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg in August 2023, has made the astonishing claim that traffic cops don’t need guns or tasers. Their rationale? According to them, “Citing a driver for having a broken taillight, forgetting to use a turn signal, or even failing to stop at a stop sign, does not require the use of a gun, taser, or similar tool.”
This naïve perspective completely disregards the unpredictable nature of traffic stops. It’s not about writing tickets; it’s about being prepared for any situation that might unfold. The commission’s shortsightedness is not just disappointing – it’s downright dangerous.
Real-World Consequences of Misguided Policies
Let’s consider a real-world scenario that the Biden-Harris administration seems all too eager to ignore. As reported by the Justice Department, “The driver then opened fire, striking an officer. Officers returned fire, striking the suspect. The suspect fled the scene in the officer’s vehicle but eventually crashed and died because of their injuries.” This chilling account underscores the life-or-death situations officers routinely face during what should be routine traffic stops.
Imagine if that officer had been unarmed, as the Biden-Harris administration proposes. We’d be mourning the loss of another brave public servant, sacrificed on the altar of misguided ‘equity’ policies. Is this the future we want for our law enforcement officers?
A Broader Agenda of Undermining Law Enforcement
This $20 million initiative is just the tip of the iceberg in the administration’s broader agenda to undermine effective law enforcement. While they claim to support police with initiatives like the $37 billion Safer America Plan, their actions speak louder than words. By pushing to disarm traffic officers, they’re sending a clear message: political correctness trumps officer safety and public security.
It’s time to wake up and recognize this proposal for what it is – a dangerous, ideologically-driven experiment that puts lives at risk. Our traffic officers need support, not disarmament. They need the tools and authority to protect themselves and the public, not bureaucratic handcuffs that embolden criminals and endanger law-abiding citizens.
As we face this latest assault on common sense and public safety, we must stand firm in support of our law enforcement officers. They put their lives on the line every day to keep our communities safe. The least we can do is ensure they have the means to protect themselves while doing so. It’s time to tell the Biden-Harris administration: hands off our officers’ ability to defend themselves and us.
