Today, President Donald J. Trump travels to Memphis to highlight the remarkable progress in restoring safety to a city long ranked among the nation’s most dangerous. Under President Trump’s leadership, the Memphis Safe Task Force — a decisive, aggressive federal intervention involving the National Guard and a host of federal agencies — has crushed violent crime where the policies of Democrats had failed.
The results are undeniable — proof that strong leadership, tough enforcement, and zero tolerance for criminals deliver real public safety and transform communities.
Since operations began, the Memphis Safe Task Force has driven a massive drop in crime:
More than 7,400 arrests, including hundreds tied to homicides, sexual offenses, gang violence, and drug trafficking.
1,219 illegal firearms seized, getting deadly weapons off the streets and out of the hands of thugs who have terrorized the community.
150 missing children safely located, bringing families back together and rescuing the most vulnerable.
Crime statistics tell the story of clear success:
Overall crime in Memphis is down more than 43% compared to the same period last year — a dramatic drop from the bloodshed ushered in by the failed policies of the past.
Motor vehicle thefts are down 67%.
Robberies are down 51%.
Sexual assaults are down 38%.
Homicides are down 35%.
Burglaries are down 32%.
Aggravated assaults are down 31%.
Last year, the city recorded fewer than 200 murders for the first time since 2019, with shootings dropping nearly 40% from the previous year.
These are not just minor improvements; these are lives saved, families protected, and communities reclaimed from the grip of violence. While Democrats offered excuses, President Trump offered action — and Memphis is safer today because of it.
Law-abiding citizens deserve safety. Under President Trump, they are finally getting it.
