Oregon Governor Tina Kotek Vows to Block Trump's Portland Troop Deployment
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek is set to oppose the deployment of US troops to Portland this Sunday. The move, ordered by President Donald Trump, has sparked controversy and a lawsuit from state authorities.
Trump's decision to send troops to Portland follows similar deployments in Los Angeles and Washington, all against the wishes of local Democratic leadership. Oregon authorities, including Governor Kotek and Portland Mayor Keith Wilson, have strongly opposed this action.
The lawsuit filed by Oregon's state authorities argues that Portland protests against ICE have been small and peaceful, not warranting the intervention of National Guard troops. This deployment is seen as a repeat of Trump's actions in 2020, which led to violent clashes during racial justice protests in Portland.
With the deployment of troops imminent, Governor Kotek is determined to prevent this action. The lawsuit against the deployment is ongoing, and the situation in Portland remains tense. The political motivations behind Trump's troop deployments continue to be a contentious issue.
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