Two Arrested During Portland Protests Against ICE Facility Guard Deployment

Two people were arrested during a mostly peaceful protest outside the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Portland, Oregon, on September 28. A 17-year-old was charged with fourth-degree assault, and a 38-year-old man was charged with third-degree assault following physical altercations between opposing protesters. The protest drew about 200 demonstrators opposing President Trump's deployment of National Guard troops to the city, which was intended to protect immigration agents amid tensions. Police confirmed no force was used during the arrests and stated that aside from these incidents, the demonstrations remained peaceful. The presence of federal officers, who have been accused of instigating clashes with protesters, contrasts with the Portland Police Bureau's previous stance of limited involvement before the National Guard's deployment. The protests reflect ongoing local resistance to federal immigration enforcement policies and the increased militarization of the area.