Trump Highlights Memphis Crime Reduction Efforts

President meets with local leaders to discuss Memphis Safe Task Force progress.

Mar. 24, 2026 at 4:50pm

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President Donald Trump traveled to Memphis, Tennessee on Monday to hold a roundtable discussion focused on the city's crime reduction efforts. Trump met with local and federal leaders, including the Secretary of Defense, Attorney General, and Tennessee Governor, to discuss the Memphis Safe Task Force which has led to a significant decline in violent crime since launching in September.

Why it matters

Memphis has long struggled with high crime rates, so any progress in reducing violence is significant for the city and its residents. Trump's visit highlights the administration's focus on public safety and the role of federal-local partnerships in tackling urban crime issues.

The details

The roundtable discussion was held at the Tennessee Air National Guard Armory near Memphis International Airport. Trump praised the work of the Memphis Safe Task Force, calling it one of the fastest crime reduction efforts on record. Local residents also participated in the event alongside government officials.

  • Trump arrived in Memphis around 11 AM on Monday, March 24, 2026.
  • The roundtable discussion took place that afternoon and concluded around 2:30 PM.

The players

Donald Trump

The 45th President of the United States.

Pete Hegseth

The U.S. Secretary of Defense.

Pam Bondi

The U.S. Attorney General.

Bill Lee

The Governor of Tennessee.

Memphis Safe Task Force

A local initiative launched in September to reduce violent crime in Memphis.

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What they’re saying

“The city has seen a significant decline in violent crime since the task force was launched in September, calling it one of the fastest reductions on record.”

— Donald Trump, President of the United States

What’s next

The judge overseeing the Memphis Safe Task Force is expected to provide an update on the initiative's progress at a public meeting next month.

The takeaway

Trump's visit to Memphis highlights the administration's focus on public safety and the potential for federal-local partnerships to address urban crime challenges, an issue that has long plagued the city.