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In Memphis, an 'anti-crime' task force quietly turned into an ICE crackdown

NPRMonday, July 27, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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In Memphis, an 'anti-crime' task force quietly turned into an ICE crackdown
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The influx of federal agents into the city last fall led to widespread immigration arrests – a majority without criminal convictions. President Trump has said he wants to replicate it elsewhere.

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What happened

The influx of federal agents into the city last fall led to widespread immigration arrests – a majority without criminal convictions. President Trump has said he wants to replicate it elsewhere.

Why it matters

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Background

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Timeline

  1. NPR published: In Memphis, an 'anti-crime' task force quietly turned into an ICE crackdown

  2. Story is in today’s RedScroll edition. Follow the original source for updates.

Economic impact

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