Governor Criticized for Supporting Permanent Federal Joint Policing Operation
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has been blasted for backing a "forever" federal joint policing operation, dubbed the "Memphis Safe Task Force", in partnership with state law enforcement.
The White House recently published a presidential memorandum, "Restoring Law and Order in Memphis", which involves thirteen federal government agencies.
The operation is seen as an attempt to paint upcoming "No Kings" Day rallies as un-American and protesters as extremists.
- The first No Kings Day events drew an estimated four million people across the US.
- Saturday's events are expected to see an even larger turnout.
Author's summary: Governor Lee faces criticism for supporting a permanent federal policing operation.