Texas Public Safety Head Calls Uvalde Police Response 'Abject Failure'

Texas Public Safety Head Calls Uvalde Police Response 'Abject Failure'

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The head of Texas Department of Public Safety criticized the police response to the Uvalde school shooting, calling it a failure. Despite having armed officers present, Police Chief Pete Arredondo ordered them to hold back, prioritizing officer safety over children's lives. Arredondo defended his actions, claiming he awaited more resources, but this was disputed. The hearing was criticized as political theater, with calls for more transparency in the investigation.

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