Today in the northern suburbs of Minneapolis, Minnesota, voters cast their ballots in a special election to fill the seat held by former state house speaker Melissa Hortman. The longtime Democratic state lawmaker who along with her husband was shot and killed at their home in June. And yet, in Donald Trump's public remarks just hours after Charlie Kirk's assassination, in which he condemned a number of recent examples of political violence, he notably left out the killing of Melissa Hortman and several othe ...

We are back with some breaking news out of Chicago. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Christine Gnome was in that city earlier today as ICE continues its escalating operation on the ground there. Let's get more on this from NBC News senior homeland security correspondent Julia Aninsley.Julia, tell us about Secretary Num's visit to Chicago this morning. Well, it was brief, Anna. She was in and out really before anyone knew she was there.We understand she didn't take press with her. This was her respo ...

Government & Public Policy - The deployment of the National Guard in cities is viewed as a misuse of resources and a political tactic rather than genuine assistance [4][14][15] - Mayors and governors did not request the National Guard deployment, suggesting a top-down decision driven by federal incentives [7][8] - The process of deploying the National Guard is described as haphazard and lacking rationale [9] - There is a concern that deploying guardsmen, who are not trained as police officers, could create more harm than good [13][14] Public Safety & Community Relations - The focus should be on providing resources for better-trained police officers, state-of-the-art crime labs, and mental health agencies [2][3] - Community policing, as exemplified by Bill Clinton's 1995 plan, is seen as a more effective approach [3] - Militarizing cities with M16s and military officials is not considered the answer to crime [2][4] - The National Guard is primarily trained for strategic reserve duties, natural disaster relief, and not for policing [5][6] National Guard Role & Training - The National Guard's primary role is as a strategic reserve and for natural disaster response, not law enforcement [6] - Guardsmen are not trained in municipal laws, de-escalation techniques, or the ways of a police officer [13]

Donald Trump's plans to send National Guard troops to Memphis, Tennessee. The president took to Truth Social last night where he appeared to take retroactive credit for Memphis's reported drops in crime. He wrote, quote, "The only reason crime is somewhat down in Memphis is because the FBI and others in the federal government at my direction have been working there for 5 months on the absolutely terrible crime numbers." He adds, "That happens after we make the official announcement that we're coming. And wh ...

National Guard Deployment & Crime Reduction - President Trump claimed credit for crime reduction in Memphis due to FBI involvement, suggesting National Guard presence leads to crime decrease [1] - Memphis Mayor Paul Young stated National Guard is unnecessary and requested support for existing strategies with FBI, DEA, and ATF [2][3] - The Pentagon proposed activating 1,000 Louisiana National Guard troops for law enforcement in urban centers like New Orleans and Baton Rouge [4] National Guard Role & Concerns - The National Guard is recognized as an effective military reserve and disaster response team, funded federally and locally [6] - Concerns exist that deploying the National Guard for civilian law enforcement misuses their training and purpose [7] - Internal documents suggest the National Guard's presence in Washington DC was perceived as fear-mongering and created shame among troops and veterans [8] - The National Guard is primarily trained for emergencies, overseas deployments, and natural disaster relief, not local law enforcement [10][11] Legal & Ethical Considerations - Deploying the National Guard for domestic law enforcement may violate laws, potentially circumventing the Posse Comitatus Act [12][13] - Using Title 32, Section 502F for crime control is legally questionable, as it's historically meant for training or authorized support like border operations [14][15][16] - Concerns exist that militarizing local law enforcement could lead to involvement in elections and ballot box protection [18] - Misusing the National Guard diverts resources from essential training and disaster response [19] - Unclear rules of engagement for the National Guard in domestic deployments are dangerous and can lead to inappropriate decision-making [22][23] - Soldiers are trained for combat, not civilian law enforcement, lacking training in constitutional law and proper arrest procedures [24]

National Security & Federal Intervention - President Trump plans to deploy the National Guard to Memphis, Tennessee, citing it as "deeply troubled" [1][2] - The mayor of Memphis was informed about the National Guard deployment unexpectedly and does not believe it will help reduce crime [3] - Shelby County Mayor expresses deep concern over the potential deployment of military personnel, viewing it as a threat to American freedoms and norms [6][7][8] - Concerns exist that deploying military personnel with semi-automatic weapons and armored vehicles will create widespread fear and paralysis, particularly affecting diverse communities [10][11][12] Legal & Political Implications - The legality of the deployment is questioned, referencing a previous court case against Trump regarding sending the military into states [17] - The deployment in Tennessee, a red state with a Republican governor but a blue city, raises questions about political motivations and cooperation [15][16] - There is consideration of legal options to potentially stop the deployment [19] Community Impact & Local Response - The deployment is expected to immobilize people, potentially leading to business closures and disruption of community activities [12] - Collaboration between the city and county is ongoing to address the situation [19][20] - The focus is on ensuring local voices are heard and advocating for a return to a time when Americans were free [21]

Trump has a new target for his National Guard crackdown. Memphis, Tennessee. In an appearance yesterday on Fox and Friends, Trump suggested both Memphis Mayor Paul Young and Dem a Democrat and Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, a Republican, are on board with this decision.Memphis Mayor Paul Young appeared last night on the week night where he had this to say about Trump's announcement of a military presence in his city. Do you want the National Guard in your city. >> No.We definitely want a partnership with the ...

And this morning with Chicago bracing for a federal immigration crackdown this weekend. Last night, Illinois Governor JB Pritsker told our colleague Jens Saki he still hasn't heard from the White House about its plans, but said they're preparing for agents to invade communities. It's, I believe, a nefarious plan.It's one that's been repeated over and over again by well tyrannical uh dictatorships uh across history uh where you try to incite local population into some mayhem by sending in police or other dis ...

'We are the troops': Inside Chicago's split communities as Trump vows to deploy National Guard https://t.co/WfZHJCUtpB ...

Government Communication & Federal Overreach - The Illinois Governor expresses concern over the lack of communication from the federal government regarding law enforcement actions in Chicago [2][3][4] - The Governor highlights the unprecedented nature of the federal government's lack of communication with state government, noting that even former governors haven't witnessed such a situation [3] - The Governor reveals that the state police received only a single call from a Customs and Border Patrol and ICE leader, providing minimal information about their plans [5][6] - The Governor emphasizes the importance of local law enforcement in maintaining peace and expresses concern about federal agents operating without coordination [7][8] Potential Abuse of Power & Historical Parallels - The Governor believes the federal government is following a "nefarious plan" similar to tactics used by tyrannical dictatorships, inciting local populations to create chaos and then deploying troops [15][16] - The Governor suggests the federal government's actions are a pretext for interfering in future elections [34][35] - The Governor points to the "Stop the Steal" movement and the January 6th attack on the Capitol as examples of the former president's attempts to undermine democratic processes [37] Legal & Constitutional Concerns - The Governor asserts that the federal government's actions are potentially illegal and unconstitutional, preparing to challenge them in court [17][18] - The Governor emphasizes that National Guard troops are trained for war, not law enforcement or crowd control [19][24] - The Governor highlights the limitations on the authority of federalized National Guard troops, restricting them to protecting federal buildings unless there is an insurrection or attack [32][33] Call to Action & Public Awareness - The Governor encourages the public to document any potential law violations by federal officials [26][27] - The Governor urges peaceful protest and emphasizes the importance of making voices heard while staying out of the way of ICE officials [30]