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Trump Orders Troop Deployment to Portland and ICE Facilities Amid Renewed Unrest
Washington D.C., USA – September 28, 2025 Former U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered the deployment of federal troops to Portland, Oregon, and other U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities in what he describes as a move to restore “law and order” amid escalating tensions and protests. The directive, which comes as Trump continues his campaign trail ahead of the 2026 midterms, has sparked controversy, particularly among civil rights groups and Democratic lawmakers. (Source: CNN, Reuters, New York Times).
Portland has remained a hotspot for political demonstrations, particularly around immigration policies, police conduct, and federal jurisdiction. Protests erupted again last week near ICE offices in the city, with reports of property damage and clashes between demonstrators and law enforcement.Trump, in a post on his social media platform Truth Social, claimed the city had become “a breeding ground for chaos,” and vowed to “reclaim American cities from radical agitators.” (Source: Truth Social, Fox News)
The operation reportedly includes: Federal tactical units from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), National Guard troops under federal command, Reinforced presence around ICE detention centers in at least three statesHomeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and the Pentagon have yet to publicly confirm the full scope of troop involvement. Oregon Governor Tina Kotek and Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler condemned the move, calling it “an overreach of federal authority” and warning that such deployments “could inflame tensions rather than calm them.” (Source: Oregon Public Broadcasting, The Washington Post).
Civil liberties advocates, including the ACLU, are considering legal action, citing violations of constitutional rights and excessive use of force.
Sele Media Africa will continue to monitor the developments and national reactions surrounding Trump’s controversial deployment order.
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