DeVore pointed out Memphis's low clearance rates for violent crimes, with only about 15-20% of cases solved, illustrating significant difficulties in solving murders and violent crimes.

DeVore also criticized District Attorney Steve Mulroy, calling him a 'Soros district attorney,' and argued that outside funding and policies have weakened law enforcement efforts and hindered prosecution of career criminals.

McCarthy argued that sanctuary policies are illogical, comparing the inability to walk into countries like Russia or France with the permissiveness of sanctuary policies in U.S. cities.

He warned that these policies leave police vulnerable and citizens less safe, contributing to a decline in public safety and perceptions of safety.

Former Chicago Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy criticized sanctuary city policies, arguing they hinder law enforcement efforts by preventing cooperation with federal immigration authorities and comparing these policies to strict immigration controls in other countries.

McCarthy emphasized that crime affects not only safety but also the community's overall quality of life, warning that public perception of safety is declining and that the image of safety has been significantly damaged.

Retired Lt. Col. Chuck DeVore highlighted political divisions, noting that Democratic leaders in cities like Memphis and Chicago resist accepting federal help, including from President Trump, which hampers crime control efforts.

DeVore mentioned that Tennessee Governor Bill Lee is discussing deploying the National Guard to improve security in Memphis amid ongoing challenges.