The NYPD sergeants union is backing Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin for governor over Democratic incumbent Kathy Hochul amid fierce criticism of criminal justice reforms championed by Albany Democrats.

“We are living in precarious times, with little or no support from the political establishment at all levels of government. Rep. Zeldin has never wavered in his support of law enforcement, even during times when it might have seemed beneficial for him to do so.” Sergeants Benevolent Association President Vincent Vallelong said in a statement.

Backing from the group adds another public safety union to Zeldin’s endorsement column as he seeks to overcome Hochul’s polling lead ahead of the Nov. 8 election.