The Sheriffs’ Association of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania released a statement saying violence against people for political beliefs or voter suppression will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

The members of the Pennsylvania Sheriff’s Association will not condone any violence, either implied or carried out, that is targeted at an individual for their political beliefs, ideals or support of one candidate over another, the news release said.

Butler County Sheriff Mike Slupe said Thursday, Sept. 25, that he agrees “wholeheartedly with the position” of the association.

He said his office was asked by the U.S. Secret Service to provide support at the July 13 rally for former President Donald Trump at the Butler Farm Show, and he may be asked by the service to help again for Trump’s coming Oct. 5 visit.

One of the most important roles that a Sheriff in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania fulfills is to make certain that citizens can exercise their right to vote without fear or favor, threats, intimidation or violence, the news release said.