MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WTVF) — After calling the city deeply troubled when it comes to violent crime, President Trump announced Friday he is sending National Guard troops to Memphis.

On Fox and Friends, Trump added he's ready to send in other military forces, if needed.

This comes after Trump has already deployed the National Guard to Los Angeles and Washington D.C.

The president says he made the move after speaking with the CEO of the railroad and shipping company Union Pacific — who asked him to take the city's crime rate seriously.

In reaction Friday, Memphis mayor Paul Young reminded media that the choice was out of his hands.

"I want to be clear, I did not ask for the National Guard, and I don't think it's the way to drive down crime. However, that decision has been made. And as mayor o

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