Sen. John Cornyn & FOP President Patrick Yoes on the War on Police, Crime & America’s Future
Episode #82 | 01 June 2026
In this explosive episode of the National Fraternal Order of Police’s Blue View Podcast, FOP National President Patrick Yoes sits down with U.S. Senator John Cornyn for a raw and important conversation about crime, officer safety, anti-police rhetoric, border enforcement, mental health, recruiting challenges, and the future of policing in the United States.
Together they discuss:
- The alarming rise in attacks on police officers
- Why recruitment & retention are collapsing nationwide
- The “Back the Blue Act” and federal protections for officers
- Mental health & traumatic brain injury in policing
- Officer wellness and PTSD
- Border security and immigration enforcement
- Why public safety starts with supporting law enforcement
- The political climate surrounding policing in America
Law enforcement officers have one of the toughest and most dangerous jobs in the United States. The brave men and women of law enforcement are charged with the enormous responsibility of keeping our streets and neighborhoods safe.
Be sure to tune in to Blue View, a weekly podcast presented by the National Fraternal Order of Police, to hear from law enforcement experts, elected officials, and other notable leaders to gain insight into the issues and current events surrounding the law enforcement community. Each episode will leave you with a better understanding of what law enforcement officers face daily. Together, we can rebuild the trust between police officers and the communities they serve.
