May 13, 2026 | Press Release
Police and Crime

RNC Statement on Democrats Voting Against Law Enforcement

Press Release

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairman Joe Gruters released the following statement after 183 House Democrats refused to vote to support America’s law enforcement officers. 


“Once again, Democrats sided against the brave men and women who put their lives on the line to protect American communities every single day,” said Chairman Joe Gruters. “While Democrats side with criminals and undermine law enforcement, Republicans will always Back the Blue. Republicans will make sure every Democrat 'no' vote haunts them this November."


Background:


Vulnerable Democrats who refused to Back the Blue include: 


  • Gabe Vasquez (NM-02)

  • Pat Ryan (NY-18)

  • Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25)

  • Eugene Vindman (VA-07) 

  • Dina Titus (NV-01) 

  • Nellie Pou (NJ-09) 

  • Maggie Goodlander (NH-02)

  • Haley Stevens (MI-11)