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Trump Sends Troops to Portland Amid Local Opposition

9/29/2025

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President Trump deploys 200 National Guard troops to Portland, protecting federal property for 60 days.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth ordered the troops, saying they will confront 'domestic terrorists'.
Portland residents mock deployment; Governor Tina Kotek and Mayor Keith Wilson oppose it.
Officials say homelessness and drug use are improving; critics blame past leadership; the district attorney seeks crime reduction.

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Story summary

President Trump deploys 200 National Guard troops to Portland, protecting federal property for 60 days.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth ordered the troops, saying they will confront 'domestic terrorists'.
Portland residents mock deployment; Governor Tina Kotek and Mayor Keith Wilson oppose it.
Officials say homelessness and drug use are improving; critics blame past leadership; the district attorney seeks crime reduction.