Summary
White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller made a speech to Memphis police officers, telling them they have federal support to tackle crime. This comes amid debates about using federal law enforcement in U.S. cities. Memphis's mayor opposes sending the National Guard to the city as part of the plan.
Key Facts
- Stephen Miller told Memphis police they have the full support of the federal government.
- The speech followed President Trump's suggestion to use cities for military training.
- There is a debate about federal law enforcement in U.S. cities, particularly between the Trump administration and Democratic leaders.
- Memphis Mayor Paul Young does not support deploying the National Guard in the city.
- Miller spoke alongside Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Attorney General Pam Bondi in Memphis.
- Some individuals support Miller's plan, while others criticize it as a threat to democracy.
- Karen Bass, Mayor of Los Angeles, expressed concerns about the implications for democracy.
- President Trump indicated plans to deploy the National Guard to other cities like Chicago soon.
