"As she departed COPA, Andrea Kersten said she was "proud" of her work at the CPD oversight agency.

It is still too early to sort out why she left — maybe she didn't claim enough CPD scalps to appease Chicago Mayor's appetite — but Kersten is worthy only of derision for her tumultuous tenure.

Let's not forget about Kersten's botched handling of the Anjanette Young probe, which recommended Ofc. Ella French be disciplined for her role in the errant execution of a search warrant on Young's home.

French had been slain in a traffic stop months before the report was released.

Kersten's response was "oops" and a vow to "do better."

In July 2023, Kersten violated legal canon to give an update on the phony "rape" case in CPD's 10th District in the midst of the investigation.

COPA eventually closed the investigation without ever locating a "victim" or uncovering a shred of evidence to support the allegation police personnel had committed a crime or been involved in any form of misconduct.

Only recently, Kersten bungled the Dexter Reed case, again by flapping her gums about the matter at City Club, and in interviews with WTTW, CBS 2, WGN radio, Stephen Smith podcast, and CNN.

To Kersten, the Reed case was an opportunity to embark on a world-wide publicity tour.

Worse, she went on a rampage and fired two COPA employees — one of whom was a whistleblower who revealed anti-police bias at the agency.

We can sum up Kersten's tenure in one word: Unethical.

Andrea Kersten is a disgrace."

The former head of the LA Sheriff’s Oversight Committee was appointed Deputy Mayor of Public Safety for LA City, overseeing Police and Fire, is under investigation for make a bomb threat. There seems to be a pattern of anything goes with these “Police Accountability” appointees....

BREAKING! AB15, coauthored by none other than the wife of CA’s attorney general Rob Bonta, would prohibit prison officials from notifying ICE when illegal alien child molesters, child murderers and sex traffickers released from prison.

Senator Melissa Melendez

President Trump is the ultimate deal maker and will bring peace to the region by ending the war in Ukraine. As we've always said, American troops should never be put into harm's way where it doesn’t advance American interests and security. This war is between Russia and Ukraine.

JD Vance

A witness confronted the woman and asked her if she was verbally assaulting the man because she was “just an antisemite,” which caused her to become even more unhinged, whereby she flew into a “vitriolic, profanity-laced rage,”

Read more: https://lawenforcementtoday.com/anti-semitic-crazy-lady-goes-on-unhinged-rant-against-jewish-men-inside-midtown-manhattan-office-building

New Fresno Police Chief Mindy Casto, who had served as interim chief since June, has been with the department for 30 years, but she said becoming the city's top cop was not part of her career plan.

https://bit.ly/4b0v7EG

Two Chicago public schools.

Northside: Selective, college prep, 94% of black students reading proficient.

Douglas: $68,000 per pupil per year, 0% black students reading proficient.

Guess which program the "antiracist" school system wanted to shut down for "equity" reasons?

I don't even have to answer the question because you already know the answer.

https://wirepoints.org/chicago-public-schools-twisted-goal-end-selective-enrollment-schools-while-keeping-nearly-empty-failing-schools-open-wirepoints/

At Big Rock and along the PCH in Malibu last night, LAFD firefighter was swept off his vehicle and into the ocean.

Additional specialized personnel and apparatus—including heavy rescue (a mammoth-sized tow truck with a boom and cables)—are en route to attempt recovery during low tide today, with more personnel arriving around noon to strategize.

Erik Scott

Happy Valentine's Day ♥️

The White House

The Cambridge, Ohio Police Department sadly announced the death of their beloved K9 Breeze. Breeze was euthanized due to Cancer.

Prayers for his partner, their family and the agency. 🙏🏻

The gunman identified by police as being a 24-year-old man can be seen on surveillance footage firing on the crowd. The guard seemingly equipped with body armor can then be seen calmly targeting him and returning fire as club patrons seek cover.

Read more: https://lawenforcementtoday.com/chilling-footage-shows-club-security-guard-open-fire-on-attempted-mass-shooter

NEW: Possible weak tornado hits Oxnard during storm.

ICYMI: Police arrest anti-ICE protesters in NYC.

Attention: LAPD – Los Angeles needs you to similarly do your sworn duty of arresting and charging lawbreakers.

It is sad to hear you are instead promoting seminars on avoiding ICE and opposing Federal law.

We back you, the blue; please back us, the citizens of your city.

Los Angeles Republicans

Much of PCH in Malibu is covered in mud and debris after yesterday’s heavy rainfall. 👀

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!

WELCOME TO THE BEAUTIFUL OVAL OFFICE @WHITEHOUSE❤️…

Dan Scavino

10 illegal aliens and 1 member of the violent Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua were arrested in Raleigh, N.C. — one who fled from Chicago — thanks to the teamwork of ICE’s HSI Raleigh, HSI Chicago and ERO Raleigh with @CBP Border Patrol and @CBPAMO, and @USMarshalsHQ

HSI Charlotte

The audit found that during COVID, $1.5 billion was paid out “for one state’s medical staffing” without proper vetting and “could have been put to better use for other disasters."

Read more: https://lawenforcementtoday.com/fema-misspent-billions-of-dollars-of-taxpayer-money-doge-has-found-while-democrats-hide-their-heads-in-the-sand

Tucker Carlson: Hungary’s Viktor Orban is by far the longest serving head of state in Europe, and by this point has been vindicated on pretty much everything. So when he says that going forward it’s Ukraine, not Russia, that may be the biggest threat to the west, it’s worth paying attention.

(0:00) Viktor Orban’s Predictions Were Right
(2:40) USAID’s Actions in Hungary
(4:29) Why Was USAID Spreading Transgenderism in Foreign Countries?
(9:18) George Soros’ Mission to Destroy the West
(11:16) Has This Mass Migration Policy Worked?
(15:52) Orban’s Assessment of the German Economy and Its Impact on the US
(19:26) Why Is the Destruction of Nord Stream Completely Ignored?
(30:06) Why Is Orban Smeared as a Puppet of Putin?
(38:27) Is It Possible to Repair Relations Between Russia and the US?
(49:14) Orban’s Thoughts on Zelensky
(52:38) Will We See a Peace Deal?

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Good morning, Los Angeles! ☀️

We made it through the bulk of the storm. Yesterday, as anticipated, brought heavy rain, flooding, and debris flows across the city.

Now, the cleanup begins. As we get back on our feet, stay aware of lingering hazards—flooded streets, downed power lines, road closures, and debris.

Stay safe and stay strong — let’s take good care of each other.

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