sheriff

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The candidates include a Riverside County sheriff, a former senior advisor to British Prime Minister David Cameron, a former Los Angeles mayor, a billionaire hedge fund founder and two former members of the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

In an interview, Luna said his track record demonstrates why he’s the best choice for sheriff.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Move over Martha Stewart, there’s a new sheriff in town!

From Salon • May 22, 2026

Another exception was Seth Bullock, the U.S. marshal known for having been the sheriff of Deadwood.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

The Dodge County sheriff compared the shooting to a hunting accident.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander