Some residents welcome federal crackdown in Memphis as operation gets underway

By Kat Lonsdorf

Published September 30, 2025 at 10:44 PM HST

A dozen federal agencies and the National Guard began their operation in Memphis Tuesday, and some residents say they welcome the support.

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