Summary
Protesters in Portland, Oregon, held an "emergency" World Naked Bike Ride to oppose President Trump's immigration enforcement policies and plans to use the National Guard. They gathered at the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) building despite the rain and cold weather. This event highlights the conflict between local and federal authorities over immigration and law enforcement.
Key Facts
- The protest was an emergency edition of Portland's World Naked Bike Ride, usually held in summer.
- The event opposed President Trump's immigration policies and potential National Guard deployment.
- Riders cycled to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement building.
- The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals is involved in a legal battle about deploying federalized National Guard troops.
- The protest highlighted tensions between Portland's local government and federal authorities.
- The World Naked Bike Ride has been a tradition in Portland since 2004.
- Weather reduced the usual level of full nudity for this ride, but some riders participated in minimal clothing.
- Protesters employed creative methods, such as wearing inflatable costumes, to make their point.
