Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the Future of Policing Institute fellows are theirs and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.

Redefining the Role of Police Chief: Crisis Leadership in an Era of Federal Pressure and Public Scrutiny
Jessica Bress, leadership, trust and confidence, legitimacy Future Policing Institute staff Jessica Bress, leadership, trust and confidence, legitimacy Future Policing Institute staff

Redefining the Role of Police Chief: Crisis Leadership in an Era of Federal Pressure and Public Scrutiny

This article by FPI Fellow Jessica Bress explores how the evolving demands of leadership are reshaping the expectations placed on chiefs, and why these emerging competencies are no longer optional – they’re essential for sustaining trust and legitimacy in 21st-century policing. To read the article click here.

Read More
Trust, Confidence and the New Jersey Drones
trust and confidence, drones, New Jersey, ufo, uap, fear, anxiety, Jim Bueermann Chief Jim Bueermann (ret.) trust and confidence, drones, New Jersey, ufo, uap, fear, anxiety, Jim Bueermann Chief Jim Bueermann (ret.)

Trust, Confidence and the New Jersey Drones

The ongoing drone sightings over New Jersey and other parts of the eastern seaboard have caused significant community concern, increased anxiety, societal uncertainty, and increasing mistrust in the federal government. These issues highlight the importance of transparency and proactive communication in maintaining public confidence in both government and policing.

Read More