Summary
Oregon's Attorney General and Governor have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration to stop the deployment of federal troops to Portland. This action follows President Trump's announcement to send troops to protect federal facilities amid ongoing protests. The lawsuit argues that deploying troops without state consent is unlawful and challenges the federal government's authority to take such action.
Key Facts
- Oregon's Attorney General filed a lawsuit to block federal troop deployment to Portland by the Trump administration.
- President Trump planned to deploy troops to protect federal properties and ICE agents in Portland.
- Trump's announcement is part of a wider discussion about sending troops to several Democrat-run cities.
- Oregon argues that the federal deployment violates U.S. laws and state rights.
- The lawsuit was filed in the District of Oregon and names Trump, Defense Secretary Hegseth, and Homeland Security Secretary Noem.
- Legal arguments include violating the Posse Comitatus Act and the Tenth Amendment, among other claims.
- Oregon officials held a press conference opposing troop deployments and seeking further clarification from federal agencies.
