President Trump has ordered US troops to Portland, Oregon, authorizing 'full force' to protect ICE facilities amid ongoing protests.

In a recent announcement, President Trump ordered the deployment of US troops to Portland, Oregon, authorizing the use of 'full force' if necessary to protect Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities. This decision comes amid ongoing protests against ICE, which have escalated into violent confrontations. Democratic lawmakers, including Oregon Governor Tina Kotek, have criticized the move, asserting that there is no national security threat in Portland and that the situation is calm. The announcement follows Trump's designation of Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization, raising concerns about the legal implications of such a classification. Critics argue that the deployment of federal troops could infringe on constitutional rights, while some Republican officials support the action, citing rising crime in the area. The legality of using federal forces for domestic law enforcement remains a contentious issue, especially following a federal judge's ruling against a similar deployment in Los Angeles.