MIAMI, FLA. — The International Union of Police Associations, AFL-CIO has endorsed Marco Rubio’s re-election to the Senate. 

“On behalf of the International Union of Police Associations, AFL-CIO, I am proud to endorse your campaign for reelection to the United States Senate,” Sam A. Cabral International President of the International Union of Police Associations said. “You have long been an advocate for public safety and the brave men and women who provide it. Your vote and advocacy for issues important to us and our mission have been unwavering.”

“Many wrap themselves in the fabric of ‘law and order’, and then forget those commitments upon entering office. You have been beside us always,” said Cabral. 

The International Union of Police Associations represents rank and file law enforcement professionals from across the country, including more than 4,000 members in Florida. The endorsement letter may be found here. 

Marco Rubio has the overwhelming support of first responders in his re-election. Rubio has been endorsed by a bipartisan group of 56 of Florida’s 66 elected sheriffs, the Florida Police Chief’s Association, the Florida Police Benevolent Association, the Florida Fraternal Order of Police, and the National Association of Police Organizations.