Trump deploys National Guard to Memphis, calling it a ‘replica’ of his crackdown on Washington
Summary
President Donald Trump signed an order to send the National Guard to Memphis to help reduce crime. He described this action as similar to previous efforts in Washington, D.C.Key Facts
- President Trump signed an order on Monday.
- The order sends the National Guard to Memphis.
- The goal is to combat crime in the city.
- Trump announced this in the Oval Office.
- Tennessee Governor Bill Lee was present at the announcement.
- Trump compared this action to past efforts in Washington, D.C.