Law enforcement groups endorse Biden's pick for ATF director ahead of confirmation hearing
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Several national organizations representing law enforcement officers are applauding President Joe Biden's pick to lead the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives ahead of his confirmation hearing Wednesday, according to correspondence obtained by CNN.
In a series of letters addressed to the Senate Judiciary Committee, national policing groups endorsed the nomination of David Chipman -- a fierce advocate for gun control -- whose hearing comes as the nation faces a spike in mass shootings. "David has enormous credibility as a 25-year veteran of ATF with on-the-ground experience," wrote Chuck Wexler, executive director of the Police Executive Research Forum, adding Chipman had demonstrated deep understanding of gun crime issues.More Related News