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Trump Says Guard Is 'Now in Place' in Portland as Troops Train and Oregon Sues

State leaders dispute his portrayal, with a Friday hearing on Oregon’s restraining‑order request likely to shape the 60‑day mission’s timing and limits.

{p}Federal officers carry two protesters into the ICE facility in Portland, Oregon on Tuesday night, Sept. 30, 2025. It was not immediately clear whether the protesters faced any charges. (KATU){/p}
Federal agents observe the crowd of protesters outside of the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement building on September 28, in Portland, Oregon.
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Protesters stand outside of the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement building on September 28, 2025 in Portland, Oregon.

Overview

  • Defense officials federalized about 200 Oregon National Guard members under Title 10 for a 60‑day mission to protect federal property, shifting command to U.S. Northern Command.
  • Guard personnel began reporting and receiving civil‑disturbance and use‑of‑force training, and officials said street deployment could start as early as Thursday but may slip to next week.
  • President Trump asserted the Guard is already in place and described Portland as in 'lawless mayhem,' a claim contradicted by local reporting and challenged by Gov. Tina Kotek.
  • Federal officers at Portland’s ICE facility fired pepper balls and detained at least four people during Tuesday night confrontations, according to local outlets.
  • Oregon and the city of Portland filed suit to halt the deployment, and state officials say the operation could cost taxpayers up to $10 million.