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Wiener Backs Police Amid Controversy Over Gaza Comments

1/28/2026

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State Senator Scott Wiener visited the San Francisco Police Officers Association (POA) to show support for law enforcement while seeking Congress.
Wiener says he has always backed the POA, despite vows not to take police-union donations, blaming misrepresentation.
The POA represents over 2,000 officers and gained influence as sentiment shifts toward tougher policing.
Wiener faced scrutiny over comments on Israel's actions in Gaza, leading to resignation from state's Jewish Caucus.

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State Senator Scott Wiener visited the San Francisco Police Officers Association (POA) to show support for law enforcement while seeking Congress.
Wiener says he has always backed the POA, despite vows not to take police-union donations, blaming misrepresentation.
The POA represents over 2,000 officers and gained influence as sentiment shifts toward tougher policing.
Wiener faced scrutiny over comments on Israel's actions in Gaza, leading to resignation from state's Jewish Caucus.