Harford County Sheriff Jeff Gahler is publicly criticizing Senator Chris Van Hollen's actions regarding a trip to El Salvador. The sheriff's frustration stems from the senator's focus on the case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who is suspected of having connections to the MS-13 gang.
Gahler believes the senator's efforts are misplaced, arguing that Van Hollen should prioritize the needs of Maryland residents who have been victims of violent crimes. He specifically cited instances of local murders linked to MS-13, suggesting the senator's time would be better spent addressing these issues and supporting the affected families.
The sheriff questioned the senator's silence on these local cases, contrasting it with his active involvement in Abrego Garcia's situation. This difference in attention, according to Gahler, sends the wrong message to both the community and law enforcement officers working to combat gang violence in Maryland. The senator's office has yet to respond to the sheriff's comments.
Maryland Sheriff Criticizes Senator's Visit to MS-13 Suspect
Sheriff Jeff Gahler of Harford County, Maryland, has expressed strong disapproval of Senator Chris Van Hollen's recent trip to El Salvador. The senator's visit focused on the case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a suspect with alleged ties to the MS-13 gang. Gahler argues that the senator's attention should be directed towards supporting victims of violent crimes within Maryland communities, particularly those affected by MS-13 activity.