Every year, Chuck commits to traveling to all62 counties in New York to meet with constituents.
On June 1, 2011, Schumer announced that he is calling on the Department of Defense's Law Enforcement Support Office (LESO) to prioritize Newburgh's request to obtain unused weapons, protective gear, and vehicles that would be helpful for local law enforcement as they continue the fight against violent crime. Schumer states that Newburgh's request should be honored as quickly as possible given the area's crime problem, and is pledging his full support of any and all requests of the Department of Defense. Schumer was joined at the press conference by Chief Ferrara, members of the Newburgh Police Department, and Newburgh Mayor Nicholas Valentine. For further information on Chuck Schumer please visit:\nwww.schumer.senate.gov