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Vice President JD Vance to Speak at 45th National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service
Vice President JD Vance will address the Annual National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service at the Capitol on Friday at noon. The event, held during National Police Week and hosted by the Fraternal Order of Police, honors officers who have recently made the ultimate sacrifice and pays tribute to all fallen officers. Former President John F. Kennedy established the tradition in 1962.
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Vice President JD Vance is set to speak at the Annual National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service at the Capitol Friday at noon. The event takes place during National Police Week and is hosted by the Fraternal Order of Police. It will honor officers who have recently made the ultimate sacrifice while also paying tribute to all fallen officers.
This year marks the 45th annual service. Former President John F. Kennedy established the tradition in 1962. Washington Examiner reported that the service occurs each year during National Police Week.
The gathering at the Capitol has become a fixed point on the law enforcement calendar since its founding more than six decades ago. The timing aligns with broader observances across the country that recognize the risks officers face. Friday’s ceremony at noon will bring together law enforcement leaders, families and elected officials for the formal remembrance.
