We want the best and brightest to join your ranks, just like you, and we want them to stay in your ranks. Last month, we announced $157 million in grant money available for law enforcement agencies to hire police officers. Through this funding, we anticipate nearly 1200 new officers will be hired around the country. We're helping to pay for police officers overtime and supporting President Trump's no tax on overtime. We've also made millions of dollars available for mental health and wellness programs for you around this country. (07:06–07:12)
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Asserts that funding will result in hiring nearly 1200 new officers nationwide.
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