Tennessee Judge Blocks National Guard Deployment in Memphis Amid Ongoing Legal Disputes
A Tennessee judge has ruled against the deployment of the National Guard in Memphis, declaring it unlawful and issuing a temporary injunction to halt any further action. This decision comes amid escalating tensions as local leaders consider challenging the presence of a federal task force. The ruling has prompted Governor Bill Lee to announce plans to appeal while also emphasizing continued state support for the National Guard in Memphis. Discussions are ongoing regarding a potential special session by the GOP to address the situation. As the legal battles unfold, additional National Guard troops are reportedly set to arrive, signaling a complex interplay of state and federal authority in managing security in the city.
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