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Portland residents push back against "war zone" label

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Portland residents say daily life continues largely undisturbed, even as the city becomes a political talking point. Small, peaceful protests near a federal immigration facility have continued for weeks. Many locals say they're frustrated by national portrayals of violence.

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  • The Trump administration is seeking to deploy National Guard troops to several U.S. cities, including Portland.
  • A federal judge has blocked the deployment of troops to Portland. 13s
  • Protests in Portland are largely peaceful and confined to a single city block. 27s
  • Since June, Portland police have arrested 37 people related to the protests. 1m 26s
  • Local journalists and residents report that Portland feels safer and cleaner than in previous years. 1m 43s
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