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EXCLUSIVE: A Memphis-area House Republican is eyeing a permanent federal law enforcement presence in the southwest Tennessee city after President Donald Trump's order cracking down on crime.
Rep. David Kustoff, R-Tenn., whose district includes suburbs in the Memphis metropolitan area and rural areas outside of it, spent the day with Trump's new Memphis Safe Task Force on Thursday.
JACKSON — Mississippi has joined a coalition of 22 state attorneys general urging the Federal Communications Commission to adopt a rule allowing correctional facilities to use cellphone jamming technology to combat the growing problem of contraband phones in prisons.
In a letter to the FCC, the bipartisan coalition expressed support for a proposed rule change that would permit jamming systems to block unauthorized cellular transmissions from inside prison walls — a practice currently prohibited under federal law.
The House Ways and Means Committee passed legislation Wednesday to update the language used by the Social Security Administration to describe when American workers can claim their retirement benefits.
On behalf of AMAC Action, the advocacy affiliate of the Association of Mature American Citizens (AMAC), with over 2 million members nationwide, I write to express our strong support for the Improving Social Security’s Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act. As an organization deeply committed to safeguarding the financial and personal well-being of America’s seniors, we commend your leadership in addressing this growing problem.
On Monday’s broadcast of NewsNation’s “The Hill,” Rep. David Kustoff (R-TN) stated that Memphis and the surrounding area also need more federal agents and more federal prosecutors.
President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he would be deploying the National Guard to Memphis, Tenn., next as he continues his anti-crime initiative.
The president made the announcement during an appearance on "Fox & Friends," adding that the deployment would not be limited to the National Guard and could include the Army if needed.
"Memphis is deeply troubled," Trump said. "We're gonna fix that just like we did Washington."
Republicans Kick Off District Work Period by Highlighting Wins in the One Big Beautiful Bill
WASHINGTON– House Republican Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) highlighted Republican Members going on offense during the August district work period, touting the wins of the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) across America.
If you’ve been affected by a natural disaster, a new law may help you find tax relief.
Three months ago, deadly storms leveled parts of West Tennessee, including parts of Selmer. The town is recovering and rebuilding. Thursday, President Trump signed a new law championed by Tennessee Congressman David Kustoff, the Filing Relief for Natural Disasters Act.
On July 24, 2025, President Donald Trump signed into law H.R. 517, the Filing Relief for Natural Disasters Act, introduced by Congressman David Kustoff. This legislation aims to provide tax relief for individuals affected by natural disasters, ensuring that victims have flexibility regarding tax deadlines.