Politics & Policy
March 17, 2021
Why Is Art Acevedo Leaving Houston?
Political insiders say the police chief’s move to Miami follows a turbulent year in which his hopes of being elected mayor began to look delusional.
Art Acevedo
Politics & Policy
June 4, 2020
The Hero Myth of Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo
He has become a national celebrity for publicly supporting the George Floyd protests. But Acevedo’s record is decidedly less progressive than his rhetoric.
Politics & Policy
January 22, 2020
Art Acevedo Can’t Say That, Can He?
Not long after criticizing Ted Cruz and John Cornyn for ignoring gun violence, the Houston police chief sat down to talk about his headline-making comments, why he’s a RINO, and the balance between criminal justice reform and public safety.
News & Politics
February 20, 2019
Houston Police Chief Says He’ll End No-Knock Warrants After Botched Raid
The announcement comes amid growing questions about the legitimacy of the investigation that led to the deadly raid.
Politics & Policy
June 22, 2018
Art Acevedo on Guns and Politics
The Houston police chief addresses the ugly mood of America after the mass shooting at Santa Fe High School.
The National Podcast of Texas
May 23, 2018
Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo Speaks About His Controversial ‘Gun Rights’ Stance
On our latest podcast, Andy Langer talks to Houston’s top cop about the gun debate and his first eighteen months on the job.
The Daily Post
January 3, 2017
Houston’s New Police Chief, Art Acevedo, Has Plans For the Department
Acevedo has set his sights on two priorities for the Houston Police Department: body cameras and investigating officer involved shootings.