Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia delivered a forceful message regarding attacks on law enforcement, stating that Florida maintains a zero-tolerance approach toward violence against police officers and will stand firmly behind officers who defend themselves.

Ingoglia addressed the issue in comments emphasizing that individuals who attempt to harm or kill law enforcement officers should expect serious consequences.

He contrasted Florida’s posture with what he described as environments in other cities where hostility toward police has been tolerated.

“Florida law enforcement, does not stand for any of that crap. If you are going to come after our law enforcement with the intent to hurt or kill law enforcement, expect to be dead. Expect to be put in the ground, because they’re not going to stand for it. They shouldn’t stand for it. They have every right to protect themselves, to get home to their families, and we are going to stand with them when incidents like that happen.”

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Ingoglia said Florida’s position differs from cities such as Seattle, Portland and Minneapolis, where he argued that an atmosphere has developed in which attacks on police are perceived as acceptable.

“And I think that separates us from what happens, say in Seattle or Portland or Minneapolis, they create an environment where people think it’s okay to attack law enforcement. It is not okay. It is absolutely not okay.”

He reiterated that Florida officials will back officers in situations where they must use force to defend themselves.

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“And we are going to have their backs every day the week and twice on Sunday, go after our law enforcement. Expect to be put in the dirt. It’s as simple as that.”

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Ingoglia framed his remarks around the principle that officers have the right to return home safely to their families at the end of their shifts. He stated that the state’s law enforcement agencies are entitled to protect themselves when confronted with violent threats.

The CFO’s comments come amid ongoing national debates about policing policies and the safety of officers in the line of duty.

Ingoglia underscored that Florida’s approach prioritizes the protection of law enforcement personnel and does not tolerate acts of violence against them.

By drawing comparisons to cities he cited by name, Ingoglia sought to distinguish Florida’s law enforcement climate from jurisdictions where tensions between police and segments of the public have been widely reported in recent years.

He concluded by restating his warning that individuals who attempt to harm officers should expect decisive action in response, emphasizing Florida’s stated commitment to standing with law enforcement.

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