[Editor's Note: The link is to a YouTube video, which you will find at the bottom of this article.] 

SANTA FE – In response to recent remarks by New Mexico State Police Association President, Sgt. Jose Carrasco, Senate Republican leaders today released the following statement:

"We stand by our law enforcement officers."

Republican Leader, Senator Greg Baca (District 29-Bernalillo and Valencia)
Republican Whip, Senator Craig Brandt (District 40-Sandoval)
Republican Caucus Chair, Senator Mark Moores (District 21-Bernalillo)