By James Roxbury
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As released by the Governor's Press Office.
Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf today announced that Marcus Brown is withdrawing his name from further consideration to be commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police. Governor Wolf also announced he will select a new commissioner as soon as possible, and Col. Brown will continue to serve as acting commissioner until a selection is made. Governor Wolf released the following statement:
“For 25 years, Marcus Brown has built a strong and distinguished record in law enforcement. He has unmatched qualifications from his time serving as a beat cop in San Jose to his tenure as superintendent of the Maryland State Police. In between, he commanded the SWAT unit in Baltimore, served as a deputy commissioner for internal affairs in the city of Baltimore, led the Maryland Transportation Authority police force, and earned his law degree.
“Marcus Brown is the type of leader that Pennsylvania would be lucky to have. Despite Marcus’ vast and unquestioned qualifications, the Senate wrongfully rejected his nomination in a move that put politics above the best interests of the people of Pennsylvania, and it is now appropriate to select a new nominee to lead the Pennsylvania State Police.
“Marcus Brown will remain acting commissioner while I search for a new nominee. The Pennsylvania State Police are the commonwealth’s top law enforcement agency, and the most distinguished agency in the country steeped with tradition. Their next leader will build on these traditions while looking for opportunities to ensure that the force reflects the diversity of Pennsylvania.”
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June 6, 2015.
Senate leaders speak to the press after a 22-26 vote against confirming Marcus Brown as Pa State Police Commissioner.
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June 6, 2015
As released by the Governor's Press Office.
Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf today submitted to the Senate a recall of Marcus Brown’s nomination for commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police. Governor Wolf released the following statement:
“This morning, I submitted to the Senate a recall of Col. Marcus Brown’s nomination as commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police. I continue to have full faith in Col. Brown’s ability to lead the State Police, and he will remain as acting commissioner.
“Col. Brown has been in law enforcement for 25 years and has improved each agency he has led. The Pennsylvania State Police are the commonwealth's top law enforcement agency, and Col. Brown has the experience necessary to serve in the role of commissioner.
“It is common practice for governors to recall nominations to allow time for additional discussion, and historically the Senate honors a governor’s decision. In recent history, three governors - Governors Casey, Rendell, and Corbett - have recalled four cabinet nominations and the Senate has honored those decisions.”
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House appropriations committee March 18, 2015.
Acting State Police Commissioner Marcus Brown testifies before the House appropriations committee Wednesday in Harrisburg.
Questions from House members.
Mike Vereb.
Eric Frein and Governor Wolf's death penalty moratorium.
Michael Peifer.
Did the governor consult you on the death penalty moratorium.
Photo file March 2015.