Patrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police, welcomed the news that H.R. 82, the “Social Security Fairness Act,” is now cosponsored by a majority of the Members […]
House Majority Supports Social Security Fairness Act
Patrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police, welcomed the news that H.R. 82, the “Social Security Fairness Act,” is now cosponsored by a majority of the Members […]
Statement from National FOP President Patrick Yoes on the Disgraceful Comments by Greg Kelly on Officer Mike Fanone
I was sickened and disgusted by the recent attacks on cops staged by Greg Kelly, a former journalist and now talking head for Newsmax. His recent segment with Julie Kelly […]
Honoring the Heroes Who Defended Our Republic
Patrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police, applauded the news that President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. signed H.R. 3325 into law, awarding Congressional Gold Medals to the […]
Fraternal Order of Police Clears Up Confusion as to FOP’s Position on January 6 Riots
There seems to be some confusion in the media and among paid law enforcement “experts” as to where the FOP stands on the January 6, 2021 riots. While no one […]
Statement from National FOP President Patrick Yoes on the Status of Criminal Justice Reform Efforts
The Fraternal Order of Police took the initiative and began participating in good faith discussions on criminal justice reform more than a year ago. We have spent countless hours working […]
Statement from National FOP President Regarding Ongoing Discussions on Criminal Justice Reform
The FOP was disappointed, but not surprised, to see the “Urgent, Action Needed” statement from the National Association of Police Organizations (NAPO). At a time when our profession needs to […]
Statement from National FOP President on Involvement in Police Reform Discussions
Recent media reports regarding an internal AFL-CIO document have been misconstrued as claims or insinuations that the Fraternal Order of Police is excluded or not involved in national discussions on […]
Protect and Serve Act Introduced in House
Patrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police, applauded the reintroduction of H.R. 3079, the “Protect and Serve Act.” The bipartisan bill was introduced by Representatives John H. […]
Statement of National FOP President: Split-Second Decision Saves a Life, but Not Without Tragedy
The tragic event in Columbus, Ohio, on Tuesday afternoon was yet another demonstration of the impossible situations our officers often find themselves in and illustrates that “split-second, life-or-death decisions” are […]
