2021-08-26 10:11:22
Dallas Police Department Chief Ed Garcia gave a press conference on Monday to address the questionable arrest and charging of my wife, Dr. Angela Graham-West. Chief Garcia should heed the counsel of famed Roman Statesman, Marcus Tullius Cicero, who asserted, “the arrogance of officialdom should be tempered and controlled.” As a 22-year career Army officer, commander, and combat veteran, we learn that you never double down on a bad call. There are always consequences for leaders who can’t admit to and take responsibility for wrongful actions.
As a Battalion Commander in Iraq, I took full responsibility for the action I took to protect my men. However, if any of my men took an action that was dishonorable, unjust, or unethical they were held accountable. Case in point, I would never defend a coward and deserter like a Bowe Bergdahl. I would not defend poor leadership such as that of General Milley and Secretary of Defense Austin, which undermine both the morale and capabilities of our armed forces.
Therefore, I find it unconscionable to defend the actions of those complicit in the arresting and charging of my wife for something of which there was no evidence, only speculation. I took an oath to support and defend the Constitution of the United States, which includes our Bill of Rights, in this case the Fourth Amendment. My wife is being ordered to take daily breathalyzer tests and a tracking device placed in her car, a clear violation of due process.
This episode is uncovering some very disconcerting, seemingly unconstitutional, systemic practices, and procedures. This is bolstered by the fact that many current and former law enforcement officers have reached out to me and my campaign privately to express their support, sympathy, and to share stories of similar situations. I am committed to defending the honor of my wife, and honoring my oath for all Texans to defend their civil liberties
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