troopers jake cullen and berke bates exemplify the very best of america.and every member of american law enforcement. these three fallen americans embody the goodness and decency of our nation. in times such as these, america has always shown its true character. responding to hate with love, division with unity, and violence with an unwavering resolve for justice. as a candidate, i promised to restore law and order to our country. and our federal law enforcement agencies are following through on that pledge. we will spare no resource in fighting so that every american child can grow up free from violence and fear. we will defend and protect the sacred rights of all of americans, and we will work together so that every citizen in this blessed land is free to follow their dreams in their hearts and to express the love and joy in their souls. thank you. god bless you. and god bless america. thank you very much. >> the president left without taking questions. the department of justice opened a federal civil rights investigation into the weekend's violence in c