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TN Court of Appeals to decide whether National Guard can stay in Memphis
The case challenges Governor Bill Lee’s authority to deploy 700 National Guard troops amid Memphis' violent crime emergency, with over 6,700 arrests reported since September.
- The Tennessee Court of Appeals in Nashville heard arguments on March 5 about Gov. Bill Lee's deployment of the Guard to Memphis, weighing if troops may remain as part of the Memphis SAFE Task Force.
- Shelby County filed suit after the Oct. 17, 2026 deployment, and a Nashville judge granted a temporary injunction in November, prompting the state's appeal.
- The court debated whether a 'grave emergency' exists, with Rice stating, 'To the extent your honor is asking whether we think that all crime is an emergency, that is not our position.'
- The Tennessee Court of Appeals reserved ruling; if the Davidson County injunction takes effect, the National Guard would be withdrawn from Memphis, with a decision possible in the next month or two.
- Memphis police say Guard members join precinct-level operations daily, supporting more than 6,700 arrests and large drug seizures since September, with over 700 Guard members involved.
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Court of Appeals hears arguments over Tennessee National Guard presence in Memphis
A three-judge panel of the Tennessee Court of Appeals heard oral arguments Thursday over the legality of Gov. Bill Lee’s deployment of the Tennessee National Guard to Memphis. The court is reviewing a November order by Chancery Court Judge Patricia…
Memphis National Guard deployment faces major legal test that could reshape governor’s power
A high‑stakes legal battle over Governor Bill Lee’s decision to send hundreds of Tennessee National Guard members to Memphis could permanently redefine how — and when — future governors are allowed to deploy troops inside the state.
·Nashville, United States
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