The New Mexico Attorney General, Raúl Torrez, is under fire for targeting Officer Brad Lunsford as a "political sacrifice," according to @NatPoliceAssoc. The officer is charged with manslaughter despite acting within guidelines during a violent encounter.
The NPA argues this prosecution is politically motivated, risking the morale of officers nationwide. With jury mishaps and claims of persecution, this is a controversial tug-of-war over justice, police rights, and the delicate balance of political influence in law enforcement.