This is the official X account of the Houston Police Officers' Union, representing the 5400+ members of the Houston Police Department. 🇺🇸

Houston, TX
The Houston Police Officers' Union PAC unanimously endorses Orlando Sanchez for County Judge.
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HPD’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit recently completed an operation focused on protecting children from online exploitation. 12 suspects were arrested and charged with felony offenses related to child pornography.
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Our Mayor comes to our roll calls, FOP meetings, goes on ridealongs, and actively participates with our officers in making Houston safer on a daily basis. We love our Mayor and he loves Houston. Can NYPD say the same thing about their Mayor? #EverythingIsBetterInTexas #HPDcareerdotcom
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It was an honor to see former Congressman Kevin Brady at Houston City Council this morning. For years, Congressman Brady fought to eliminate the unfair Social Security provisions that penalized police officers and other public servants, repeatedly introducing legislation to correct the injustice. Although he retired from Congress before the Social Security Fairness Act finally became law, this fight was truly a labor of love for him. The Houston Police Officers’ Union is proud to thank and honor Congressman Brady for his years of persistence, leadership, and commitment to the men and women who serve our communities.
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Our friend, Steven David, is stepping down as Mayor Whitmire’s Chief Operations Officer and transitioning into an advisory role on the Mayor’s team. The Houston Police Officers’ Union has had the privilege of working closely with Steven for several years. Throughout that time, he has always been accessible, responsive, and willing to assist whenever called upon. His professionalism and commitment to serving the City of Houston have made him a valued partner to our officers. While we’ll miss working with him in his current capacity, we look forward to continuing our strong relationship as he begins this new chapter. We wish Steven and his family nothing but the very best and thank him for his continued service to our city. Houston is better because of dedicated public servants like Steven David.
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It is an honor to once again be appointed to the Commision on Judicial Conduct. Thank you @GregAbbott_TX for allowing crime victims to be represented on the commission. Also thank you to my friend and mentor @akahancrimesto1.
In: @GregAbbott_TX appointed @AprilAguirreTx & @CohenAtTPPF to the #Texas State Commission on Judicial Conduct for terms to expire 12/31 2029 & @akahancrimesto1, Tracy Harrison, & Yinon Weiss to the Commission for terms set to expire 12/31 2031. gov.texas.gov/news/post/gove…,
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Mayor John Whitmire (@whitmire_john) made a surprise visit to today’s HPOU Board Meeting to personally thank our members for their continued hard work and dedication to the City of Houston. We appreciate Mayor Whitmire taking the time to stop by and show his support. Thank you, Mayor!
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Congratulations, Senator @mayes_middleton. 🫡
It's a WIN! Congratulations on your victory, @mayes_middleton. You will serve Texas well as our next Attorney General.
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Congratulations to our friend, @AlexMealerTX, on her primary runoff win today. 🫡🇺🇸 >> thetexan.news/elections/2026…
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We were proud to represent the Houston Police Department today at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Candlelight Vigil in Washington, D.C. Police Week is a solemn reminder of the cost of this profession and the officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities. We stand with the families, friends, and agencies of every fallen officer whose name is forever honored on the Memorial. To our HPD brothers and sisters we have lost, and to every officer across this country who never made it home, we remember you, we honor you, and we will never forget your sacrifice. We'll take it from here. #PoliceWeek #NeverForget #HPD #HPOU
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HPOU PAC Votes Unanimously to Endorse Mayor John Whitmire for Reelection - The Houston Police Officers’ Union PAC is proud to announce its unanimous endorsement of Mayor John Whitmire for reelection. Since taking office, Mayor Whitmire has shown a real commitment to public safety, responsible leadership, and supporting the men and women who serve the City of Houston every day. Under his leadership, the city has taken important steps to improve services, restore stability at City Hall, and address long-standing challenges that have been ignored for too long. Mayor Whitmire understands that keeping Houston safe means supporting first responders, improving recruitment and retention, and ensuring officers have the tools, staffing, and resources needed to do the job. He has also shown a willingness to make tough decisions and take on the long-term issues facing our city instead of kicking the can down the road. HPOU stands with Mayor Whitmire because he stands with Houston police officers and the communities we proudly serve. We look forward to continuing to work together to keep Houston safe and moving in the right direction.
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On the latest edition of “What’s Your Point?” Commentator @BillKingHouston raises the issue of “bait & switch” in regard to Council Member @salinasforhtx who ran on a platform of fixing streets, infrastructure, trash collection but once elected immediately pivoted to immigration policy. @FOX26Houston more at KRIV.Fox/wyp
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A statement from Mayor John Whitmire regarding the Blue Santa Program.
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The HPOU is saddened to learn of the passing of former HPOA/HPOU President Hans Marticiuc. Hans devoted many years to serving Houston police officers, including 12 years as president of our union. His leadership and dedication to the rights, pay, and working conditions of Houston police officers left a lasting mark on this organization and its members. Please keep his daughter, family, and friends in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Hans.
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His name is Jaxon. He should be here, growing stronger in his mother's womb. His life mattered. Ashanti should be here. Her life mattered. Houston needs to come together for the family of Ashanti Allen. Please pray for them. #JusticeForAshantiAndJaxon
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Has anyone seen a public statement from the Commissioners Office of Harris County Precinct 1, regarding the young mother and her unborn child that were murdered in a park within their precinct? 21,000 posts on Twitter... But the only one we could find in the last day was related to illegal aliens with warrants for deportation? We wanted to read it...
On September 30th in 2025, Kevin Faux was charged with the third degree felony of "Continuous Violence Against The Family", after numerous violent assaults of Ashanti Allen (who was pregnant at the time). He was booked into the Harris County Jail. Because of a prior two year prison sentence in 2020 for Aggravated Assault, he was facing 2 to 20 years in prison for this new felony charge. After 142 days in the Harris County Jail, on February 19th in 2026, Kevin Faux's felony charge was pled down to a Class A Misdemeanor and he was sentenced to 280 days in the Harris County Jail. He was released 138 days early from jail on that day. 50 days later, Kevin Faux brutally murdered Ashanti Allen and their unborn son. This is another example of the major failings of the revolving door criminal justice system of Harris County, Texas. Hundreds of innocent people in our community have been murdered because we are not taking crime seriously here. Shame on all of us who aren't doing enough to protect the innocent.
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