“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