In a significant legal twist, a 9th U.S. Circuit Court panel has placed an administrative hold on the Oregon National Guard's deployment to Portland, keeping them under federal control. The court will hear arguments soon.
In a pivotal ruling, a federal court has kept Oregon National Guard troops under federal control while preventing their deployment in Portland. This decision maintains the current status and aims to avoid escalating tensions amid ongoing protests.
In a dramatic move, President Trump has ordered 200 Oregon National Guard troops to be deployed to Portland, sparking a lawsuit from the state. The troops are intended to protect federal facilities amidst claims of 'domestic terrorists'.