Summary
President Trump has decided to send military troops to Portland, Oregon, and authorized them to use "full force" if needed. He announced this plan after previously sending the National Guard to other U.S. cities. Trump's decision is a response to what he describes as domestic threats in Portland.
Key Facts
- President Trump approved sending military troops to Portland, Oregon.
- The troops are allowed to use "full force" if it becomes necessary.
- Trump mentioned that Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, requested this action.
- Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, is assigned to carry out this directive.
- The focus is on protecting Portland and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities.
- Trump says the action is in response to threats from groups like Antifa.
- Similar troop deployments occurred earlier in Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles.
- There is no immediate comment from Portland’s mayor about the deployment.
