- A taskforce was launched in Memphis to address high violent crime rates, while the ACLU monitors alleged civil rights abuses.
- The Department of Justice is utilizing Memphis as a case study and blueprint for crime reduction efforts, specifically tracking the Memphis Safe Task Force.
- Orders were given to the Memphis Safe Task Force in Shelby County regarding its operations, involving figures like Donald Trump and Bill Lee.
TBI is investigating a shooting in downtown Memphis, while Trump comments on a federal crime-fighting initiative.
8 reports, 5 independent
Updated Sep 8
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What happened
TBI is investigating a shooting in downtown Memphis, while Trump comments on a federal crime-fighting initiative.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.TBI investigation in Shelby County resulted in an ICE raid and the execution of a search warrant.1 source
- Trump administration deployed National Guard to Memphis, where local issues included review bombing on Google and Grok usage.Sub-event
- A DEA officer was shot at a Burger King location, and the incident is now under investigation by the Memphis Safe Task Force.Sub-event
- Donald Trump created a task force in Memphis on July 8, 2026.Sub-event
Shooting in Shelby County draws TBI investigation and political commentary from Donald Trump.1 source
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The entities involved
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Shelby County
county in Indiana, United States
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Memphis
city in and county seat of Shelby County, Tennessee, United States
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)