NEW: Michigan Fraternal Order of Police Endorses Kristen McDonald Rivet

McDonald Rivet : "I will always stand by our police officers and fight to get them the resources, tools, and training they need to keep us safe."

Kristen McDonald Rivet has secured another massive win after the Michigan Fraternal Order of Police announced it was endorsing her in the race for Michigan's 8th Congressional District.

In FOP President Michael Sauger's statement, he praised McDonald Rivet's "proven track record of advocacy and community engagement," calling her a "dedicated leader" who "embodies the qualities we need in our representatives."

With the Michigan Fraternal Order of Police's endorsement joining other organizations like the Michigan Corrections Organization, the Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union, Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson and Genesee County Prosecutor David Leyton, McDonald Rivet's support from law enforcement across the district continues to grow.

DCCC Spokesperson Aidan Johnson:
"Michigan law enforcement continues to recognize Kristen McDonald Rivet's deep hometown values and proven record of keeping families safe. There's only one candidate in this race dedicated to keeping Michigan communities safe, and it's certainly not California carpetbagger Paul Junge."

Michigan Advance: Michigan Fraternal Order of Police endorses Democrat in key congressional race
Kyle Davidson | October 8, 2024

• With less than a month until Election Day, state Sen. Kristen McDonald Rivet is showcasing her record on public safety as she secures an endorsement from one of the state's oldest law enforcement unions.

• The Michigan Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) announced on Tuesday it would endorse McDonald Rivet in Michigan's 8th Congressional District - one of the most competitive in the county - pointing to her work to support law enforcement in previous offices.

• "As a dedicated leader with a proven track record of advocacy and community engagement, Kristen embodies the qualities we need in our representatives," Michigan Fraternal Order of Police President Michael Sauger said in a statement.

• With more than 10,000 members, the Michigan Fraternal Order of Police was founded in 1939 as the state lodge of the national Fraternal Order of Police, which announced its endorsement of former President Donald Trump in September.

• Alongside the Michigan Fraternal Order of Police, McDonald Rivet's campaign also secured endorsements from the Michigan Corrections Organization, the Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union, Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson and Genesee County Prosecutor David Leyton, appearing with Swanson and Leyton in an ad launched Tuesday where they noted her support for increased law enforcement funding in the Legislature.

• "Keeping our communities safe has been and always will be a top priority for me, and I am honored to have the FOP in my corner," McDonald Rivet said in a statement. "I will always stand by our police officers and fight to get them the resources, tools, and training they need to keep us safe."