(FreePressBeacon.com) – In a vital new step after winning the presidency, Donald Trump has nominated Chad Chronister as Chief of the DEA, signaling a bold new direction for federal law enforcement.
See Donald Trump’s nomination announcement in the tweet below!
Trump’s choice reflects his commitment to placing experienced leaders in critical roles to fight the drug crisis gripping America.
Donald Trump has nominated Chad Chronister, a seasoned Sheriff from Hillsborough County, Florida, to lead the DEA.
This move marks a significant step in Trump’s strategy to strengthen federal law enforcement with experienced and capable leaders.
With over 32 years in law enforcement and numerous accolades, Chronister appears well-suited for the challenging role.
Trump announced Chronister’s nomination on his Truth Social account, lauding his extensive career and dedication to keeping communities safe.
“For over 32 years, Sheriff Chad Chronister has served the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office and received countless commendations and awards for keeping his community SAFE,” Trump declared in a social media post.
The appointment underscores Trump’s focus on tackling the opioid crisis, viewed as both a national security and law enforcement issue.
If confirmed, Chronister will replace Anne Milgram, the current DEA administrator under President Joe Biden.
His priority will be to lead an agency with over 10,000 employees, including more than 4,600 special agents.
Chronister expressed being “deeply humbled by this opportunity to serve our nation.”
“It is the honor of a lifetime to be nominated by President [Trump] to serve as the Administrator of the Drug Enforcement Administration, and I am deeply humbled by this opportunity to serve our nation,” he stated, cited by ABC Action News.
Chad Chronister’s leadership resume includes serving as Co-Chairman of the Regional Domestic Security Task Force for Region IV Tampa Bay and being an alumnus of the FBI National Academy.
Trump praised these credentials, emphasizing his readiness to address illegal drug trafficking and enhance border security.
The anticipated collaboration with Pam Bondi, Trump’s pick for Attorney General, aims to specifically address these pressing issues.
Chronister’s goals as DEA head will involve cracking down on drugs entering from Mexico and reducing U.S. demand for illegal substances.
Trump’s vision includes combating drug networks and leveraging Chronister’s history of working with local and state departments to improve inter-agency coordination.
This strategy aims to enhance the effectiveness of logistical operations and field operations against narcotics trafficking.
I am pleased to nominate Sheriff Chad Chronister for Administrator of the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). For over 32 years, Sheriff Chad Chronister has served the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, and received countless commendations and awards for keeping his community SAFE.…
— Donald J. Trump Posts From His Truth Social (@TrumpDailyPosts) December 1, 2024
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