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Noem Demands Federal Support Amid Portland Protests

10/8/2025

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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem issued an ultimatum to Portland officials, threatening a larger federal presence.
Noem faulted Mayor Keith Wilson for not committing, saying he would answer tomorrow.
She urged a larger buffer zone for federal officers and criticized local officials for lacking support.
As a White House official linked protests in Portland to Antifa and Soros’ Open Society, Trump designated Antifa a terrorist group.

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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem issued an ultimatum to Portland officials, threatening a larger federal presence.
Noem faulted Mayor Keith Wilson for not committing, saying he would answer tomorrow.
She urged a larger buffer zone for federal officers and criticized local officials for lacking support.
As a White House official linked protests in Portland to Antifa and Soros’ Open Society, Trump designated Antifa a terrorist group.