In this episode of The Briefing Room, host Mike Wagers sits down with National Fraternal Order of Police President Patrick Yoes to discuss the state of policing in America. Yoes reflects on the FOP’s membership growth during challenging times, the rise of ambush-style attacks on officers, and the importance of officer wellness and retention. He also addresses public perceptions of crime, the Protect and Serve Act, and how technology is reshaping law enforcement. This candid conversation highlights both the challenges and opportunities facing the profession today.
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The Truth About Crime, Police Unions, and Public Safety with President Patrick Yoes
Sep 11, 2025
Briefing Room Podcast
Briefing Room is a weekly public-safety news show, combining real-world conversations with police leaders, technologists, and researchers and a sharp rundown of the week's top headlines. Think CNN's Situation Room--but grounded in field-level insights versus the mainstream narrative.
No spin. No fluff. Just sharp insights from the people shaping public safety. Welcome to the Briefing Room.
Briefing Room is a weekly public-safety news show, combining real-world conversations with police leaders, technologists, and researchers and a sharp rundown of the week's top headlines. Think CNN's Situation Room--but grounded in field-level insights versus the mainstream narrative.
No spin. No fluff. Just sharp insights from the people shaping public safety. Welcome to the Briefing Room.
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