Summary
Protests in Portland, Oregon near an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) building have led to nightly clashes involving federal agents and protesters. The unrest has become a major issue, with President Donald Trump wanting to send the National Guard to control the situation, although a federal judge has temporarily stopped these plans. Residents near the protest site face disruptions and have differing opinions on who is responsible for the violence.
Key Facts
- Protests near an ICE building in Portland have been ongoing for months, causing nightly disturbances.
- Some residents wear gas masks in their homes due to the presence of tear gas.
- President Trump wants to deploy the National Guard to the city, but a judge has prevented this for now.
- Residents report confrontations and violence, and some blame Antifa, while others blame federal agents.
- Mayor Keith Willis has called for an investigation into the actions of federal agents.
- The Cottonwood School moved after finding munitions on its grounds due to the protests.
- The protests have garnered national attention as they put pressure on city leadership and federal actions.
