Federal Troops Head to Portland After Trump Declares City ‘Under Siege’ by Domestic Terrorists

PORTLAND, Ore. — President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social the deployment of U.S. troops to Portland, Oregon, directing Secretary of War Pete Hegseth to protect ICE facilities from alleged Antifa attacks.

Acting on Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s request, Trump authorized “full force” if necessary, citing a “war-ravaged” city under siege by domestic terrorists. The move follows a 1,000% surge in assaults on ICE agents since June.

Critics decry potential violations of the Posse Comitatus Act, while supporters hail it as a defense of law enforcement. Portland locals insist the city remains peaceful, challenging the narrative.