Life throws financial surprises at us all year round, but certain times of the year are notorious for being “trap months” — those months when expenses sneak up on us and derail our budgets. Whether it’s the holiday season, back-to-school time, months with extra weeks or even summer vacation months, these periods can wreck your financial world if you’re not prepared. Let’s look at how to identify these trap months and then how to create a budget strategy to stay ahead. Read More

The Fraternal Order of Police marked its 67th Biennial National Conference in Miami Beach, Florida, from August 4 to 7, drawing 3,312 registered delegates, 257 alternates and numerous guests, family members and supporters. Attendees enjoyed not only the business of the Order, but also a Miami Marlins baseball game and a lively dance party with fellow brothers and sisters. Read More

Law enforcement officers, survivors, supporters and dignitaries from across the country traveled to Washington, D.C., in May to attend several poignant National Police Week ceremonies and gatherings. Events including the C.O.P.S. National Police Survivors’ Conference, Candlelight Vigil, Police Unity Tour and the FOP’s 44th annual National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service honored the courageous men and women of law enforcement who gave their lives in the line of duty in 2024 and throughout our nation’s history. Read More

Tens of thousands of law enforcement officers, survivors and supporters from across the country will travel to the nation’s capital from May 11–17 to attend National Police Week memorials, ceremonies and gatherings. They come to honor the bravery and heroism of federal, state, county, municipal, military, tribal and campus officers who gave their lives in the line of duty and to support the loved ones they left behind. Read More

As we celebrate Women’s History Month in March, we reflect on the invaluable impact women have had on the FOP. We are proud to shine a spotlight on some of the trailblazing women who lead with courage, resilience and determination. Read More

History was made on December 28, 2024, and January 2, 2025, with the chartering of two state lodges in the National FOP family: the Montana State Lodge and the Vermont State Lodge, respectively. President Yoes chartered both lodges and swore in the inaugural state officers. Read More

National Fraternal Order of Police President Patrick Yoes and Executive Director Jim Pasco met with President-elect Donald J. Trump at Mar-a-Lago to ask for his help in the bipartisan effort to pass H.R. 82, the Social Security Fairness Act. Read More

Thousands of law enforcement officers, family members, survivors and supporters from across the country gathered on May 12 for the FOP’s 43rd annual National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service. Read More

Law enforcement officers, survivors and supporters from across the country will gather in Washington, D.C., on May 12–18 for National Police Week ceremonies memorializing the bravery, service and sacrifice of the men and women who gave their lives in the line of duty in 2023 and throughout our nation’s history, and to pay respects to the loved ones and families they left behind. Read More

On March 12, National President Yoes led a team of Executive Board members, which included myself, National Treasurer James Smallwood, National Sergeant at Arms Steve James and National Border Safety Committee Chair Paul Sheldon on an inspection of the border between San Diego, California, and Tijuana, Mexico. Read More