Commissioner Rodney Ellis Disagrees with Gov. Abbott’s Comments Claiming Harris County has Defunded Law Enforcement

Abbott’s Statement is ‘Politically Timed Stunt’

Style Magazine Newswire | 8/23/2022, 4:52 p.m.

Commissioner Rodney Ellis

“This politically timed stunt is part of Greg Abbott’s ongoing assault on Harris County, and deception is the weapon of choice. Truth is the best defense against a dangerous lie, so here’s the truth: Every Harris County law enforcement agency has received a budget increase since 2018. This occurred even as we’ve been forced to make hard cuts elsewhere because of the state’s contempt for local government and services.

Year after year, Harris County is making historic investments in public safety. It’s a top priority that’s clearly reflected in our budget and the work we’re doing to keep our communities safe. While we’ve been busy working to protect and serve the people of Harris County, others have been busy playing games and fear-mongering about public safety to advance an extremist agenda.

These deceptive political games have to stop because it’s Harris County residents who will lose out in the end.”