Milwaukee, Wisconsin (Fox News) — Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman faces backlash for attending a counterterrorism training seminar in Israel.

Key Facts:

• Norman attended the seminar in December.
• Residents accused him of learning tactics to oppress communities.
• Norman explained his trip, sponsored by JINSA and MCCA, aimed to exchange best practices in counterterrorism.
• Former FBI Assistant Director Steven Pomerantz defended the training in Israel.

  
  

  Norman did not apologize for the decision but emphasized the importance of learning strategies to enhance community safety.

  Key Facts:
  

• Training was not political, according to Pomerantz.
• Israeli police have extensive experience in handling counterterrorism.

  Norman expressed gratitude for the feedback received and reiterated his commitment to lifelong learning.