Memphis Mayor Furious With Trump
Memphis, Tennessee, is now at the center of a heated battle over law and order as President Donald Trump pushes to deploy National Guard troops to restore safety in one of America’s most dangerous cities.
Over the weekend, Memphis Mayor Paul Young (D) rejected Trump’s statement that he was “happy” about the move, insisting he does not support federal troops coming into the city — even as Memphis suffers from record-breaking crime levels.
“I’m certainly not happy about the National Guard,” Young told CNN on Saturday.
“The authority to call them in lies with the governor and the president. As mayor, my focus is to make sure that if they do come, we have a say in how they engage with our community.”
Young admitted he has no power to stop the deployment, but promised to limit its impact on Memphis residents.
Trump: ‘We’re Going to Fix Memphis’
During a fiery appearance on Fox News’s “Fox & Friends” Friday, President Trump announced that Memphis will be the next target of his nationwide crime crackdown.
“We’re heading to Memphis, a city facing serious challenges,” Trump said. “The Democrat mayor is pleased about it, and we’re going to turn things around there just like we did in Washington.”
Last month, Trump sent in the National Guard to Washington, D.C., successfully bringing violent crime under control. Now, his administration is turning its attention to other Democrat-run cities where crime has spiraled out of control.
According to the FBI’s latest data, Memphis had the highest crime rate per 100,000 residents in the entire country last year. Many locals say Democrat leadership has failed, leaving communities vulnerable to gangs, drugs, and violence.
Mayor Claims Progress — Residents Remain Skeptical
Mayor Young defended his administration, claiming crime has dropped since he took office.
“We’ve seen significant reductions over the past two years,” Young said. “I want to continue that progress and keep investing in programs that are working.”
But for many frustrated residents, the numbers don’t match what they see in their neighborhoods. Critics argue that liberal policies and soft-on-crime approaches have turned Memphis into a hotspot for violence, making Trump’s intervention necessary to restore order.
When Will Troops Arrive?
The exact timeline for when National Guard troops will hit the streets of Memphis remains unclear. The White House has not released details, but local officials now expect federal support to arrive soon.
With Memphis topping the charts for violent crime, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Trump’s move signals a bold step to protect law-abiding citizens, while Mayor Young and other Democrat leaders brace for a showdown over control of the city’s future.
Key Takeaways
- Memphis is America’s most dangerous city, according to FBI data.
- President Trump is deploying the National Guard to combat crime.
- Local Democrat leaders are pushing back, despite widespread violence.
- Memphis residents remain divided, with many welcoming Trump’s action.
Why This Matters
For years, Memphis has been plagued by violent crime, gang activity, and failed Democrat leadership. President Trump’s decision to send in the National Guard could set the stage for a national debate over how to address rising crime in major cities.
If successful, this move may become a blueprint for restoring law and order across America — especially in cities where liberal policies have put public safety at risk.
