Tensions Escalate in Portland: Mayor Wilson Rejects Federal Intervention Amid Recent Protests
Tensions Escalate in Portland: Mayor Wilson Rejects Federal Intervention Amid Recent Protests Portland Mayor Keith Wilson has vehemently dismissed President Donald Trump’s plan to deploy federal troops to the city, asserting there is no justification for intervention despite recent clashes near an ICE facility. Wilson’s condemnation comes as the city continues to grapple with protests, including a notable incident on September 1, 2025, where ICE agents confronted demonstrators and tear gas was deployed. President Trump announced his intention to send…