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Tear Gas and Protests Erupt Over National Guard Deployment

10/7/2025

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Protests Against Troop Deployment

Protests in South Portland against possible National Guard deployment drew about 400 people at Elizabeth Caruthers Park.
Federal agents used tear gas and arrested at least six during the march.
Federal judge questioned troop deployment, casting doubt on the need for federal control over immigration enforcement.
Misinformation circulated, including a fake image of troops raking leaves; reporters are boosting coverage.

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Trump's Troop Plans Blocked

A federal judge blocked Donald Trump's plan to deploy California National Guard troops to Portland.
The Oregon Republican Party (ORP) celebrated the deployment on social media.
They shared an image claiming Portland was 'burning to the ground'.
The image mixed two South American photos: riot police and a 2017 Brazilian protest.
When challenged, the ORP dismissed concerns as 'bad memers'.

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Protests Against Troop Deployment

Protests in South Portland against possible National Guard deployment drew about 400 people at Elizabeth Caruthers Park.
Federal agents used tear gas and arrested at least six during the march.
Federal judge questioned troop deployment, casting doubt on the need for federal control over immigration enforcement.
Misinformation circulated, including a fake image of troops raking leaves; reporters are boosting coverage.

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