Trump says National Guard deploying to Memphis, Tennessee, next amid anti-crime push

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Task force cracks down on drugs, guns in Memphis, Tennessee

Tennessee Highway Patrol troopers are tackling drugs, guns and reckless driving in Memphis, a city dubbed America's "homicide capital" by FBI Director Kash Patel.

President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he would be deploying the National Guard to Memphis, Tenn., next as he continues his anti-crime initiative. 

The president made the announcement during an appearance on "Fox & Friends," adding that the deployment would not be limited to the National Guard, and could include the Army if needed.

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