BENNINGTON In his annual job review released Thursday, the Bennington Select Board found that Town Manager Stuart Hurd is well respected by town staff, knowledgeable about the issues impacting
Tucson Police Chief Chris Magnus is President Joe Bidenâs pick to oversee Customs and Border Protection in President Joe Bidenâs administration.
âI am, of course, very honored to be nominated by the President to lead Customs and Border Protection,â Magnus said. âI look forward to speaking with senators and hearing their thoughts and concerns.â
City officials said Magnus is an ideal choice because of his progressive efforts to promote community policing and his recent work managing the police force in Tucson, a city close to the U.S.-Mexico border. Chief Magnus has always understood the importance of distinguishing the role of local law enforcement from federal immigration enforcement and how critical this is to protecting community trust,â said Tucson Mayor Regina Romero in a statement on Monday. âHe has gained valuable experience serving as police chief of a major city here in the borderlands.â