DPS graduates largest trooper class in more than 16 years

AUSTIN (KXAN) — One-hundred and thirty-four new Texas Highway Patrol troopers are fanning out across the state after they graduated from a 24-week program Friday.
For Matthew Gaitan, donning the “Texas Tan” is a dream he’s had since he was a young boy. “I love the state of Texas,” says Gaitan. “It’s an honor to say that I can wear that same uniform.”
Trooper Matthew Gaitan (KXAN Photo/Todd Bailey)The Texas Department of Public Safety says thi