Tina Kotek
California and Oregon Challenge Trump's National Guard Deployment to Portland in Federal Lawsuit
Oct 06, 2025 10:36 am CST
Democratic governors of California and Oregon have filed a federal lawsuit challenging President Trump's deployment of National Guard troops to Portland. The legal action argues the president lacks authority to send California troops to Oregon after a judge blocked the use of Oregon's own National Guard. Officials maintain the small, localized protests in Portland do not justify military intervention, calling the deployment an unconstitutional overreach of presidential power.
Trump Orders Military Deployment to Portland Despite Local Officials' Opposition and City's Peaceful Reality
Sep 28, 2025 02:09 pm CST
President Trump has announced plans to deploy troops to Portland, Oregon to protect ICE facilities from alleged "domestic terrorists," despite strong opposition from Governor Tina Kotek and local officials who insist the city is peaceful and managing its own affairs effectively. This controversial decision comes as Portland data shows decreased crime rates and increased downtown activity, contradicting Trump's portrayal of a "war ravaged" city.