Robert Luna Sworn In as LA County Sheriff: First Latino in Over a....

Robert Luna Sworn In as LA County Sheriff: First Latino in Over a century

The new Los Angeles County Sheriff is Robert Luna.

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Since more than a century ago, Luna is the first Latino to occupy the job.

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He had previously been Long Beach's police chief.

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Luna has worked in police enforcement for more than 30 years.

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In his new position, he stressed his dedication to openness and responsibility.

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In addition, Luna promised to address the county's homelessness and mental health problems.

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Both community members and municipal officials were present during the event.

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The Sheriff's Department has come under fire for its use of force and the way it treats prisoners at the time of Luna's appointment.

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