Senator Bob Casey, a longtime Pennsylvania Democrat, has recently distanced himself from the defund the police movement as he gears up for a tough re-election campaign. Despite receiving endorsements from groups advocating for police defunding, Casey's campaign spokesperson emphasized his record of supporting law enforcement.
Casey has been vocal about his opposition to defunding the police, highlighting his efforts in securing funding for essential police equipment such as bulletproof vests and SWAT gear. He has also taken steps to block federal funding from cities that defund their police departments.