The Megyn Kelly Show

National Guard to Memphis and Portland, SCOTUS Takes Cook Case, Vance on Memes: AM Update 10/2

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Oct 2, 2025
In Memphis, federal agents launch a crackdown, resulting in dozens of arrests. National Guard troops prepare to deploy in Portland amidst local opposition to protect ICE facilities. A joint sting operation in Oklahoma leads to 130 arrests of illegal semi-truck drivers. The Supreme Court temporarily allows Lisa Cook to remain on the Federal Reserve Board as her legal battle continues. Meanwhile, Vice President Vance humorously defends Trump's sombrero memes, suggesting they'll cease if the government reopens.
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ANECDOTE

Federal Crime Surge In Memphis

  • Federal officials including Pam Bondi and Pete Hegseth visited Memphis to launch a crime crackdown operation.
  • Bondi reported 53 arrests and 20 illegal firearms seized in 48 hours as part of the Memphis Safe Task Force.
INSIGHT

Guard Deployment Sparks Legal Clash

  • The Oregon National Guard began training for a federally ordered deployment to protect Portland ICE facilities amid protests.
  • State officials sued to block the deployment and seek a temporary restraining order before troops potentially move into the city.
ANECDOTE

Oklahoma Trucking Sting Results

  • Oklahoma Highway Patrol and ICE ran a three‑day sting at a weigh station that arrested 130 commercial drivers allegedly here illegally.
  • Officials said many held licenses from sanctuary states and some licenses had only a single name or were expired.
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