Summary
Protesters gathered outside an ICE facility in Portland and clashed with federal agents. The demonstration was against President Donald Trump’s plans to use federal forces for immigration enforcement. A federal judge temporarily blocked the deployment of National Guard troops, but some parts of that ruling were later overturned.
Key Facts
- The protest took place outside an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Portland.
- Federal agents detained several people during the protest, but the exact number of arrests is not confirmed.
- President Trump announced plans to send National Guard troops to support ICE in Portland.
- A federal judge blocked the deployment, saying it exceeded the president's authority.
- The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals allowed some federal actions but maintained a ban on deploying troops to Portland.
- Portland Police Bureau stated they have made 49 arrests since the protests began in early June.
- Homeland Security plans to expand federal presence in Portland.
- Demonstrations outside the facility are expected to continue as court decisions proceed.
