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Oregon Residents Sue DHS Over Chemical Weapons Impact

1/2/2026

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The affordable housing nonprofit and local residents sued the Department of Homeland Security in Oregon to block tear gas and chemical munitions near their homes, citing health issues such as respiratory distress and PTSD.
Attorney Daniel Jacobson condemned DHS's actions as a violation of constitutional rights.
Oregon officials, including Governor Tina Kotek and Senator Jeffrey Merkley, criticized federal enforcement tactics as terrorizing communities.

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The affordable housing nonprofit and local residents sued the Department of Homeland Security in Oregon to block tear gas and chemical munitions near their homes, citing health issues such as respiratory distress and PTSD.
Attorney Daniel Jacobson condemned DHS's actions as a violation of constitutional rights.
Oregon officials, including Governor Tina Kotek and Senator Jeffrey Merkley, criticized federal enforcement tactics as terrorizing communities.