“Coverage of the actions of the different groups engaged in the activities last night in our Downtown area make clear that the Phoenix Police Department exercised appropriate restraint and resolve in controlling a difficult situation. While we wait to see the outcome of their after action review, I want to express the respect I have for the way they swiftly and decisively dealt with small fractions of individuals who attempted isolated acts of violence. For those who were law abiding, free speech was protected. For those who sought to use or promote violence, public safety was protected.”
- Bill Montgomery/ Maricopa County Attorney