President Donald Trump announced he will send troops to Portland, Oregon, to confront what he called “domestic terrorists” targeting ICE facilities. The decision expands his controversial federal deployments, drawing sharp criticism from state and local officials who warn it could escalate tensions. Portland leaders say they did not request troops, noting crime rates in the city have actually dropped 17% this year. Trump’s move comes amid heightened political polarization following the assassination of Charlie Kirk and his escalating rhetoric against the “radical left.” In this episode of The Politiker Podcast, we break down the latest developments: Trump’s order to the Pentagon, the response from Oregon leaders, the history of protests in Portland, and what this means for civil liberties, federal authority, and the upcoming election cycle. We also explore how this fits into Trump’s broader strategy of confronting opponents he labels as extremists.
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