200 National Guard Troops Train for Portland Deployment Amid Protests

The Trump administration activated 200 National Guard troops to support and protect federal personnel and property in Portland, Oregon, particularly near a federal ICE detention center amid ongoing protests. These troops, federalized under Title 10 and under U.S. Northern Command, are undergoing military training at Camp Rilea on the Oregon coast, focusing on civil disturbance responses, crowd control, and rules for the use of force, with deployment expected in the coming days. Oregon officials, including Governor Tina Kotek and city leaders, have opposed the deployment, expressing concerns it may escalate tensions, while federal officials argue the troops are necessary to protect federal facilities from violent protests. The deployment could cost Oregon taxpayers up to $10 million. National Guard leadership emphasized the importance of following lawful orders regardless of personal views, underscoring the troops' oath to support and defend the Constitution. Despite President Trump's statement claiming the Guard is already in place, Portland police clarified that the troops are still in training and not yet deployed.