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What is happening in Portland?

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Portland is experiencing tensions after President Trump announced the deployment of federal troops to the city, citing protection of ICE facilities and a crackdown on Antifa. The move has sparked protests, legal challenges from state and city officials, and concerns that the federal presence could escalate tensions. Local leaders argue there is no need for military intervention.

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Hundreds protest in Portland after U.S. military deployment to city

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  • Oregon and Portland filed a lawsuit to stop the deployment of 200 National Guard troops.
  • Hundreds protested outside the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement building in response. 18s
  • Officials describe the deployment as provocative and unnecessary, seeking to have it declared unlawful. 31s
  • Protests have been largely peaceful, but authorities fear the situation could escalate. 3m 28s
  • Similar lawsuits in other states have not yet resulted in removal of federal troops. 2m 54s
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Hundreds protest in Portland after U.S. military deployment to city
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CBC News
3 hours ago
Hundreds protest in Portland after U.S. military deployment to city

Oregon and Portland are suing the Trump administration to stop the deployment of 200 National Guard troops, which has led to protests outside the ICE building.

Hundreds protest in Portland after U.S. military deployment to city
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CBC News
3 hours ago
Hundreds protest in Portland after U.S. military deployment to city

Crowds in Portland became very amped up after Trump’s announcement, leading to a tense night with police using rubber balls to contain crowds.

Hundreds protest in Portland after U.S. military deployment to city
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CBC News
3 hours ago
Hundreds protest in Portland after U.S. military deployment to city

Protests have been largely peaceful, but officials are concerned the federal action could escalate tensions.

WA leaders react to Trump's troop deployment to Portland
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15 hours ago
WA leaders react to Trump's troop deployment to Portland

Masked agents and armored vehicles were seen in Portland, prompting Oregon leaders to strongly oppose the federal deployment.

Oregon governor pushes back after Trump threat to send in troops
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1 day ago
Oregon governor pushes back after Trump threat to send in troops

Governor Kotak warned the Trump administration that any deployment of troops in Portland would be unlawful and stated there is no insurrection or threat to national security.

Trump says he’ll send military to ‘war-ravaged’ Portland
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Trump says he’ll send military to ‘war-ravaged’ Portland

Trump claims the deployment is to protect ICE facilities under siege from Antifa and other domestic terrorists, authorizing full force if necessary.

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