SACRAMENTO — To bolster security at the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, California has sent 61 law enforcement officers to Wisconsin via the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC). This deployment supports local, state, and federal law enforcement partners at the Convention.
The request for these officers was planned since May 2024 and is coordinated by the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES). The deployment includes 40 members of the California Highway Patrol and officers from the Bakersfield, Fresno, and Long Beach police departments.
“Public safety transcends party lines. California is proud to support our law enforcement colleagues in Wisconsin during this important political event. Working together, we are helping to provide a safe and secure environment for all participants at the Republican National Convention.”
“It is critical we support our law enforcement colleagues in Wisconsin and the safety of participants at this significant event,” said Nancy Ward, Cal OES Director. “California’s peace officers are well-trained and experienced in handling large-scale events, and we are confident in their ability to enhance the security operations in Milwaukee.”
The California officers will work alongside law enforcement agencies at the event. Their duties may include crowd management, traffic control, and ensuring public safety throughout the convention. EMAC is a cooperative agreement among states that provides mutual support during emergencies and planned events.