Trump Mobilizes Troops to Portland Amid Rising Tensions

Mon Sep 29 2025 00:15:46 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

President Trump orders the deployment of US troops to Portland while authorizing the use of 'full force' in response to ongoing protests and violence against federal facilities.

In a controversial move, President Donald Trump has announced the deployment of US troops to Portland, Oregon, declaring the area 'war ravaged' due to ongoing protests. The decision comes amid increasing tensions with local officials and demonstrations targeting federal facilities, particularly those operated by ICE. Trump's authorization of 'full force' raises concerns over potential clashes as he aims to combat what he labels as domestic terrorism by groups like Antifa. Local leaders have pushed back against federal intervention, arguing it represents an unnecessary escalation.

President Donald Trump has ordered the deployment of US troops to 'war ravaged' Portland, Oregon, authorizing use of 'full force' if needed.

I am directing Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, to provide all necessary troops to protect war ravaged Portland, and any of our ICE facilities under siege from attack by Antifa, and other domestic terrorists, Trump stated on Truth Social. I am also authorizing full force, if necessary.

This announcement contributes to a broader trend of military presence in American cities, coinciding with Trump's stringent measures against illegal immigration.

Portland's Democratic lawmakers have voiced their opposition to Trump's military deployment plans.

I have not asked for - and do not need - federal intervention, said Portland's mayor Keith Wilson earlier this month.

The ICE facility in Portland has faced significant protest activity, leading to violent confrontations that have left federal agents injured.

Trump's announcement did not clarify whether he plans to use the National Guard or regular military forces.

The Trump administration has indicated threats against Portland, with Trump stating, We're going to get out there and we're going to do a pretty big number on those people in Portland, referring to what he called 'professional agitators and anarchists.'

Describing Portland earlier as 'like living in hell', he suggested a federal troop deployment was imminent. Earlier this week, he formally designated Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization.

Oregon Democratic lawmakers criticized Trump's rhetoric and the conduct of ICE agents in the state, with Representative Suzanne Bonamici highlighting discrepancies between reported targets and the realities on the ground.

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