Oregon Sheriff Known For Standoff To Resign Over Funds

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Thu, 04/18/2019 - 4:56pm

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A small-town sheriff who gained national attention for his leadership during a 41-day standoff with armed occupiers at a wildlife refuge in rural Oregon is resigning, citing chronic underfunding for his department and concerns about liability caused by an outdated and understaffed jail. Harney County Sheriff Dave Ward announced his decision to resign on Dec.

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