Mississippi governor warns of largest police presence in Ole Miss history for 'Hurricane Kiffin'
Although Ole Miss isn't expected to have the National Guard on hand, Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves warned of a large police contingent in Oxford.
Lane Kiffin's return to Oxford, Mississippi, has generated a great deal of controversy in the college football community. Speculation has swirled about the tone of his welcome, with rumors of a National Guard presence taking root. Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves has recently clarified that the measures aimed at maintaining order in the Grove will not escalate to such an extent, though they will remain significant.
Speaking through a statement on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, Reeves affirmed, "The Guard has not been deployed for this weekend." He emphasized that while the game itself is crucial, it is ultimately just another college football match. Reeves underscored that the police presence, both state and local, will be the largest ever seen in Oxford and on the Ole Miss campus.
He issued a stern warning to those considering troublemaking, stating, "If you think you may want to create trouble - prepare for the consequences!" Following a meeting with President Trump, Governor Reeves felt compelled to dispel rumors about the possible authorization of the Mississippi National Guard for the Ole Miss-LSU game.
He dismissed such speculation, noting that it was all part of Kiffin's attempt to portray himself as a victim. Reeves criticized Kiffin's decision to leave Ole Miss for LSU, labelling it "the victimhood act."
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